Jaeden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaeden is a modern English name that has evolved from the Hebrew name Jadon, meaning 'thankful' or 'he will judge'. The name has become popular in the late 20th century, reflecting a shift towards unique names. It has no biblical background but carries a positive meaning. Jaeden is seen as a trendy name associated with individuality, and notable figures include the actor Jaeden Martell.
The name Jaeden is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Jaeden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jaeden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 768th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1723rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3076th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15733rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaeden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaeden"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪdən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Jaeden is a contemporary variation of the name Jaden, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Jadon meaning 'thankful' or 'he will judge'. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century.
Meaning
thankful, he will judge
Language Evolution
Jadon, Jaden, Jaeden
Historical Usage
Jaeden emerged as a popular name choice in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in English-speaking countries, reflecting a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jaden, Jaiden, Jayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaeden is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jaeden Martell, an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'It' and 'Knives Out'.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaeden"
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 "Jaeden"
"Jaeden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 768th of 24088 | 4,083 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1723rd of 23106 | 1,115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3076th of 35406 | 814 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15733rd of 30306 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaeden" 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) |
18.59% 852nd/4582 |
12.06% 623rd/5164 |
11.13% 814th/7313 |
10.26% 766th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.57% 1975th/3984 |
37.93% 1702nd/4487 |
25.51% 1740th/6822 |
23.85% 1497th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaeden" 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) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
78.20% 4038th/5164 |
45.06% 3295th/7313 |
40.94% 3055th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaeden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaeden" 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.