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Aedan vs Tegan

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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Tegan

Boy #2,503 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"darling, treasured one"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,503
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aedan Rank #2,590
Tegan Rank #2,503

Tegan is more popular, ranked #2503 vs #2590 for Aedan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aedan or Tegan more popular?

Tegan is more popular, ranked #2503 compared to Aedan at #2590 in the United States.

What do Aedan and Tegan mean?

Aedan means "little fire" (Old Irish origin). Tegan means "darling, treasured one" (Welsh origin).

Are Aedan and Tegan boy or girl names?

Aedan is primarily a boy name. Tegan is primarily a boy name.

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