Ayden vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ayden Rank #213
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #213 for Ayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ayden or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Ayden at #213 in the United States.

What do Ayden and Ian mean?

Ayden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ayden and Ian boy or girl names?

Ayden is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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