Eiden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eiden is an Irish name meaning 'fire', derived from the older forms Aodh and Aodhán. The name has evolved through language changes and has recently become popular in English-speaking regions. It is associated with warmth and vitality, with no significant biblical references. Notable people with the name include Eiden Kinsella and Eiden O'Kane.
The name Eiden 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, Eiden has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Eiden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6594th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1494th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eiden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eiden"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪdən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Eiden is derived from the Irish name Aodhán, which is a diminutive form of Aodh, meaning 'fire'.
Meaning
fire
Language Evolution
Aodh, Aodhán, Eiden
Historical Usage
Eiden has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Aidan, Aiden, Ayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eiden is perceived as a trendy and modern name that carries a sense of warmth and vitality due to its meaning.
Famous People
Eiden Kinsella (Irish football player), Eiden O'Kane (Irish musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eiden"
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 "Eiden"
"Eiden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6594th of 24088 | 173 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1494th of 23106 | 1,397 |
Regional Popularity of "Eiden" 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) |
- | - |
44.20% 3232nd/7313 |
49.12% 3666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.99% 2111th/3984 |
29.98% 1345th/4487 |
18.69% 1275th/6822 |
20.70% 1299th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eiden" 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 "Eiden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eiden" 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.