Aidden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aidden is an Irish name meaning 'little fire', derived from the diminutive Aodhán, which itself comes from the root Aodh. The name has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity in recent decades as a contemporary choice. It possesses a warm and lively connotation, though it has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aidden"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪdən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aidden is derived from the Irish name Aodhán, which is a diminutive form of Aodh, meaning 'fire'.
Meaning
little fire
Language Evolution
Aodh, Aodhán, Aidden
Historical Usage
Aidden gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern adaptation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aidan, Aiden, Aodhán
Modern Popularity & Image
Aidden is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with warmth and vitality.
📊 Aidden Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Aidden Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 2011
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Missouri
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aidden"
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 "Aidden"
"Aidden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5692nd of 24088 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7547th of 23106 | 123 |
Regional Popularity of "Aidden" 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) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aidden" 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 "Aidden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aidden" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Aidden" in the United States
The name Aidden is most popular in Missouri, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Aidden 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, 'Aidden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5692nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7547th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aidden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.