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Aden vs Hayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aden

Boy #1,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,001
Total SSA Count
225
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aden Rank #1,001
Hayden Rank #154

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 vs #1001 for Aden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aden or Hayden more popular?

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 compared to Aden at #1001 in the United States.

What do Aden and Hayden mean?

Aden means "little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Aden and Hayden boy or girl names?

Aden is primarily a boy name. Hayden is primarily a boy name.

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