Kaiden 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

Kaiden Rank #207
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #207 for Kaiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaiden or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Kaiden at #207 in the United States.

What do Kaiden and Ian mean?

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

Are Kaiden and Ian boy or girl names?

Kaiden is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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