Aaiden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aaiden originates from the Irish Gaelic name Aodhán, meaning 'fire'. It evolved from Aodh to Aodhán and then to Aaiden. The name is often associated with warmth and energy. There are no significant biblical connections. It saw a rise in popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. Variants include Aidan and Ayden, among others.
The name Aaiden is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Aaiden 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, 'Aaiden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3732nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2712th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aaiden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aaiden"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪdən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aaiden is derived from the Gaelic name Aodhán, which is a diminutive of Aodh, meaning 'fire'.
Meaning
fire
Language Evolution
Aodh, Aodhán, Aaiden
Historical Usage
Aaiden gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States and among Irish communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Aidan, Aiden, Ayden, Aydan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Aaiden is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with warmth and vigor.
Famous People
Aidan Gillen, Aidan Turner, Aidan McGeady
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aaiden"
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 "Aaiden"
"Aaiden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3732nd of 24088 | 398 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2712th of 23106 | 557 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaiden" 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) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
59.47% 3071st/5164 |
36.06% 2637th/7313 |
44.45% 3317th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
58.52% 2626th/4487 |
33.77% 2304th/6822 |
38.80% 2435th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaiden" 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 "Aaiden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aaiden" 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.