Eiden vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eiden

Boy #807 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fire (from the sun god Aodh)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#807
Total SSA Count
311
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ei, Den, Eddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Eiden Rank #807
Salem Rank #430

Salem is more popular, ranked #430 vs #807 for Eiden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eiden ___

  • Eiden James
  • Eiden Cole
  • Eiden Reid
  • Eiden Scott
  • Eiden Blake
  • Eiden Grey

Salem ___

  • Salem Grace
  • Salem Rose
  • Salem Jane
  • Salem Mae
  • Salem Elise
  • Salem Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Eiden

Liam Finn Declan Nora Chloe

If you choose Salem

Ember Raven Wren Cypress Zephyr

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eiden or Salem more popular?

Salem is more popular, ranked #430 compared to Eiden at #807 in the United States.

What do Eiden and Salem mean?

Eiden means "fire (from the sun god Aodh)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Salem means "peaceful, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Eiden and Salem boy or girl names?

Eiden is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a girl name.

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