Paden vs Darrien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paden

Boy #5,391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"nobleman, patrician (via Patrick)"

Origin: Latin via Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,391
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Paden Rank #5,391
Darrien Rank #5,328

Darrien is more popular, ranked #5328 vs #5391 for Paden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paden or Darrien more popular?

Darrien is more popular, ranked #5328 compared to Paden at #5391 in the United States.

What do Paden and Darrien mean?

Paden means "nobleman, patrician (via Patrick)" (Latin via Gaelic origin). Darrien means "gift" (Persian origin).

Are Paden and Darrien boy or girl names?

Paden is primarily a boy name. Darrien is primarily a boy name.

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