Paden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Paden originates from Old English, meaning 'warrior' or 'nobleman'. Its language path traces from 'pād' in Old English to its modern form. It reflects traits of strength and nobility. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Paden has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, and is seen as a unique choice for a child's name.
The name Paden is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Paden has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Paden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1769th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2280th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4355th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11045th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20142nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Paden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paden"
Pronunciation
/ˈpeɪdən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Paden is derived from the Old English word 'pād', which means 'a warrior' or 'a nobleman'. It can also be associated with the Gaelic name 'Pádraig', meaning 'noble'.
Meaning
warrior, nobleman
Language Evolution
Pād (Old English), Pátraig (Old Irish), Paden (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Paden has gained popularity as a given name in the United States since the late 20th century, often used for boys and occasionally for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Paden, Payden, Paiden, Padenne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Paden is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Paden O’Donnell, an emerging artist, Paden Fagan, a notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paden"
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 "Paden"
"Paden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1769th of 16616 | 665 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2280th of 24088 | 822 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4355th of 23106 | 279 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15284th of 27321 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11045th of 35406 | 135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20142nd of 30306 | 25 |
Regional Popularity of "Paden" 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) |
45.05% 1660th/3685 |
- |
27.57% 1432nd/5194 |
39.86% 2518th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
- |
32.83% 2401st/7313 |
36.79% 2746th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
60.69% 4140th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Paden" 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 "Paden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Paden" 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.