Baden
Pronunciation: [ b-AYD-uhn ]
Baden is a boy baby name. Ranked #15,622 in the US, popular nicknames include Bad, Bay, and Badie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Baden first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 393 babies have been named Baden in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Baden is past its peak , currently ranked #15,622 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,622
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Baden
Baden is a boy name .
Baden is currently ranked #15,622 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Baden include Bad, Bay, and Badie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis