Aaden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aaden is a modern name with Hebrew roots meaning 'little fire'. It evolved from the traditional names Aidan and Aodhán. The name reflects traits of warmth and brightness, and while it lacks biblical significance, it has become popular in recent decades. Aaden is associated with a trendy image in contemporary culture.
The name Aaden is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aaden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aaden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 848th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1390th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Aaden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aaden"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪdən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Aaden is derived from the Hebrew name 'Aidan', which means 'little fire'. The name has also been influenced by the Old Irish name 'Aodhán'.
Meaning
little fire
Language Evolution
Aidan, Aodhán, Aaden
Historical Usage
Aaden gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional names like Aidan.
Variants & Derivatives
Aidan, Aiden, Ayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aaden is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with warmth and brightness due to its meaning.
Famous People
Aaden McCoy, a known child actor, Aaden Garcia, a social media personality
Explore More Aaden Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aaden"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aaden"
"Aaden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 848th of 24088 | 3,485 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1390th of 23106 | 1,579 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaden" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.24% 744th/4582 |
17.18% 887th/5164 |
10.90% 797th/7313 |
10.75% 802nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.31% 1327th/3984 |
34.34% 1541st/4487 |
18.07% 1233rd/6822 |
21.00% 1318th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaden" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aaden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aaden" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.