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Rye vs Aedan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aedan

Boy #2,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,590
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rye Rank #2,432
Aedan Rank #2,590

Rye is more popular, ranked #2432 vs #2590 for Aedan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rye or Aedan more popular?

Rye is more popular, ranked #2432 compared to Aedan at #2590 in the United States.

What do Rye and Aedan mean?

Rye means "rye grain" (Old English origin). Aedan means "little fire" (Old Irish origin).

Are Rye and Aedan boy or girl names?

Rye is primarily a boy name. Aedan is primarily a boy name.

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