Aiden
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
254,749 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2009 Peak Popularity Year
16,142 Peak Births

Aiden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Aiden is an Irish name derived from 'Aodhán', which means 'fire'. It evolved from the historical forms Aodh and Aodhán into its modern form. The name is characterized by its trendy sound and has gained significant popularity in recent decades. It does not have biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aiden"

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Pronunciation

/ˈeɪdən/

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Origin

Irish

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Etymology

Aiden is derived from the Irish name 'Aodhán', which is a diminutive of 'Aodh', meaning 'fire'.

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Meaning

fire

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Language Evolution

Aodh, Aodhán, Aiden

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Historical Usage

Aiden gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, due to its phonetic appeal and trendy sound.

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Variants & Derivatives

Aidan, Aedan, Ayden

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Aiden is perceived as a modern, stylish name, often associated with youth and energy.

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Famous People

Aiden Quinn - an American actor, Aiden English - a professional wrestler

📊 Aiden Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising

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✨ Aiden Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 16,142 peak births in 2009

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aiden"

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 "Aiden"

"Aiden" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 7168th of 10718 25
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1872nd of 16616 608
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 54th of 24088 130,649
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 17th of 23106 121,347
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 11496th of 27321 74
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 2009th of 35406 1,513
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 3527th of 30306 533

Regional Popularity of "Aiden" 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)
48.49%
1787th/3685
31.69%
1418th/4475
37.58%
1952nd/5194
23.90%
1510th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
1.13%
52nd/4582
0.99%
51st/5164
0.67%
49th/7313
0.70%
52nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
0.70%
28th/3984
0.51%
23rd/4487
0.23%
16th/6822
0.29%
18th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Aiden" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - 100.00%
6317th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
51.86%
2376th/4582
43.94%
2269th/5164
27.03%
1977th/7313
28.93%
2159th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 68.11%
3056th/4487
65.92%
4497th/6822
56.01%
3515th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Aiden"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Aiden" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Aiden" in the United States

The name Aiden is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Aiden has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too rising for male in South, stalled for female in South, too rising for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aiden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7168th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1872nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 54th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11496th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2009th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3527th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aiden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Aiden name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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