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Aedan vs Gohan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aedan

Boy #2,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,590
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gohan

Boy #2,450 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cooked rice, meal"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Anime fan communities

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,450
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aedan Rank #2,590
Gohan Rank #2,450

Gohan is more popular, ranked #2450 vs #2590 for Aedan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aedan or Gohan more popular?

Gohan is more popular, ranked #2450 compared to Aedan at #2590 in the United States.

What do Aedan and Gohan mean?

Aedan means "little fire" (Old Irish origin). Gohan means "cooked rice, meal" (Japanese origin).

Are Aedan and Gohan boy or girl names?

Aedan is primarily a boy name. Gohan is primarily a boy name.

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