Aiden vs Brayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aiden

Boy #47 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little fire; born of fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#47
Total SSA Count
6,243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aiden Rank #47
Brayden Rank #190

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 vs #190 for Brayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiden or Brayden more popular?

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 compared to Brayden at #190 in the United States.

What do Aiden and Brayden mean?

Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Brayden means "descendant of Bradán (salmon)" (Irish origin).

Are Aiden and Brayden boy or girl names?

Aiden is primarily a boy name. Brayden is primarily a boy name.

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