Will my child share the name Dyfan with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 6 UK babies named Dyfan per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Dyfan in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Dyfan becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Dyfan is declining: down 574 places since 2020, to #3,256 in 2025. It peaked at #1,048 in 2000.

Is Dyfan a good choice for a distinctive name?

Dyfan is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Dyfan a popular baby name in the United States?

Dyfan does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Dyfan is a distinctive choice, ranked #3256 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Dyfan in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Dyfan

Dyfan has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 573 places in five years. It was most popular in 2000 at #1048 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Dyfan is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Dyfan in their class.