"Little fire; born of fire"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish Gaelic
Aiden
Pronunciation: [ ayd-EHN ]
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Meaning & Origin
"From the Irish 'Aodhan', a diminutive of Aodh, the Celtic god of fire and sun; Americanized spelling of Aidan"
Origin: Irish
Language: Irish Gaelic
"little fire"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: English
"fiery, warm"
Origin: Celtic
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- Part of the '-aiden' rhyme cluster (Aiden, Caden, Jayden, Brayden) that some see as overly trendy or blending together
The Story of Aiden
Aiden is an anglicized form of the Irish name Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh (meaning 'fire' or 'fiery one'). Aodh was the name of the Celtic sun god, and Saint Aidan of Iona (died 651 AD) was one of Ireland's most revered missionaries who brought Christianity to Northumbria in England. The name carries ancient Celtic solar energy.
Aiden exploded in the US in the late 1990s and 2000s as part of the broader '-aiden' naming wave (Jayden, Caden, Braden, Hayden). It peaked around 2010-2012 in the top 10, then began declining as the generation of Aidens grew up and parents sought to differentiate. The original Irish spelling Aidan is considered more authentic.
Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne was a 7th-century Irish monk sent from Iona to Christianize Northumbria, and he is venerated as the Apostle of Northumbria. In Celtic mythology, Aodh (fire) was associated with the sun and was one of the Tuatha Dé Danann — the supernatural race of pre-Christian Ireland.
Historical Record
Aiden first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 252,629 babies have been named Aiden in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aiden is past its peak , currently ranked #47 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Aodh, the root of Aiden, was the name of the Celtic sun and fire god
- Saint Aidan (c.590-651) is credited with converting much of northern England to Christianity
- The -aiden rhyme group (Aiden, Jayden, Caden, Braden) became one of the most distinctive naming trends of the 2000s
Aiden in Other Languages
Irish
Aodhán
Welsh
Aidan
French
Aidan
Scottish Gaelic
Aodhán
Popularity Over Time
#47
Current Rank
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Peaked 2010
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne
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7th-century Irish monk who founded the monastery of Lindisfarne and is credited with converting Northumbria to Christian...
7th-century Irish monk who founded the monastery of Lindisfarne and is credited with converting Northumbria to Christianity
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #47
- Total SSA Count
- 6,243
- Cultural Origins
- Irish English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aiden
What does the name Aiden mean?
"Little fire; born of fire" (from Irish Gaelic). "From the Irish 'Aodhan', a diminutive of Aodh, the Celtic god of fire and sun; Americanized spelling of Aidan" (from Irish). "little fire" (from Irish Gaelic). "fiery, warm" (from Celtic). Aiden is an anglicized form of the Irish name Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh (meaning 'fire' or 'fiery one'). Aodh was the name of the Celtic sun god, and Saint Aidan of Iona (died 651 AD) was one of Ireland's most revered missionaries who brought Christianity to Northumbria in England. The name carries ancient Celtic solar energy.
What is the origin of the name Aiden?
Aiden has Irish Gaelic, Irish, Celtic, English, and American origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "Little fire; born of fire". In Irish, it means "From the Irish 'Aodhan', a diminutive of Aodh, the Celtic god of fire and sun; Americanized spelling of Aidan". In Irish Gaelic, it means "little fire". In Celtic, it means "fiery, warm".
Is Aiden a boy or girl name?
Aiden is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #47. As a girl name, it is ranked #5282. Aiden is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Aiden?
Aiden is pronounced ayd-EHN.
How popular is the name Aiden?
Aiden is currently ranked #47 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Aiden?
Common nicknames for Aiden include Aide.
What are good middle names for Aiden?
Popular middle name pairings include Aiden James, Aiden Michael, Aiden Thomas, Aiden Cole, Aiden Ryan, Aiden Scott, and Aiden Reid.
What are good sibling names for Aiden?
Names that pair well with Aiden as siblings include Liam, Caden, Owen, Brynn, Fiona, Nora, and Declan.
How many syllables does Aiden have?
Aiden has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Aiden a common or rare name?
Aiden is a very popular name, ranked #47 among boy names in the United States.
About the Name Aiden
Aiden is a boy name with Irish, English, and American origins . The name means "Little fire; born of fire" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Aiden a boy or girl name? Aiden is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #47 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,282. Aiden is more commonly used as a boy name.
Aiden is currently ranked #47 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Aiden has 2 syllables and is pronounced ayd-EHN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Aiden include Aide and A. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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