Boy · 104th of 23,106
Ayden
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
90,229
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2012
Peak Popularity Year
6,348
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ayden stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Ayden is an Irish name meaning 'fire', evolved from the historical forms Aodh and Aodhán. It gained modern popularity in the late 20th century and is often associated with warmth and charisma. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪdən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Ayden is derived from the Irish name Aodhán, which is a diminutive form of the name Aodh, meaning 'fire'.
Meaning
fire
Language Evolution
Aodh, Aodhán, Ayden
Historical Usage
Ayden gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aidan, Aiden, Aydan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ayden is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with warmth and charisma.
Famous People
Ayden Mayeri, Ayden Kuhlman
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 6,348 peak births in 2012
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
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 18 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5770th of 16616 | 113 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 143rd of 24088 | 44,130 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 104th of 23106 | 43,558 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1765th of 35406 | 1,794 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3154th of 30306 | 619 |