Dillip
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Dillip
Dillip is a variant spelling of Dilip, derived from Sanskrit roots meaning "to shine" or "protector of Delhi," combining the elements "dil" (heart/Delhi) and "ip" (protector).
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Etymology
Dillip is a variant spelling of Dilip, derived from Sanskrit roots meaning "to shine" or "protector of Delhi," combining the elements "dil" (heart/Delhi) and "ip" (protector). The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Hindu mythology and Indian literature, particularly in the ancient text Raghuvansha where Dilip is a celebrated Raghu dynasty king.
Dillip currently ranks #1,094 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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