Aiden vs Rory

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
Rory Rank #226

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiden or Rory more popular?

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Aiden and Rory mean?

Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Aiden and Rory boy or girl names?

Aiden is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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