Aedan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aedan is an Irish name meaning 'fire', derived from the Old Irish Aedán, which itself is a diminutive of Aed. The name has evolved through various historical forms and has been used in Ireland for centuries. It saw a resurgence in popularity in the 20th century as part of a broader interest in traditional Irish names. Aedan is currently viewed as a blend of modernity and tradition, with variants such as Aidan and Aodhan. It does not have any biblical relevance.
The name Aedan is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aedan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aedan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7112th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1091st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1580th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19428th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Aedan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aedan"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪdən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aedan is derived from the Old Irish name Aedán, which is a diminutive form of Aed, meaning 'fire'.
Meaning
fire
Language Evolution
Aed, Aedán, Aedan
Historical Usage
Aedan has been used in Ireland for centuries, and it gained popularity in the 20th century as a revival of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aed, Aidan, Aiden, Aodhan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aedan is perceived as a modern yet traditional name that has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries.
Famous People
Aedan Gallagher, an Irish actor., Aedan McGinty, an Irish footballer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aedan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aedan"
"Aedan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7112th of 16616 | 75 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1091st of 24088 | 2,469 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1580th of 23106 | 1,287 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19428th of 35406 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Aedan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.93% 1234th/4582 |
15.86% 819th/5164 |
16.87% 1234th/7313 |
14.08% 1051st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.69% 1661st/3984 |
31.65% 1420th/4487 |
25.62% 1748th/6822 |
21.11% 1325th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aedan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aedan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aedan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.