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Aiden

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Pronounced AY-dən /ˈeɪ.dən/High

Meaning: From Irish Aodhan/Aedan, 'little fire' (from Aodh, a sun-god); predominantly a boys' name; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Little fire: Aiden is the Irish Aodhan — 'little fire'. Bright and modern; overwhelmingly a boys' name, here for girls.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningFrom Irish Aodhan/Aedan, 'little fire' (from Aodh, a sun-god); predominantly a boys' name; here for girls
U.S. rank (2025)#4882 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,147

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200719882025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aiden comes from the Irish Aodhan/Aedan, 'little fire' (a diminutive of Aodh, the Celtic sun-god). A bright, modern name; overwhelmingly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, little-fire at the root, and bright.

Did you know? Aiden means 'little fire' (from the Irish Aodh, a sun-god) — a hugely popular boys' name, occasionally given to girls (and Sex and the City's Aidan); we flag the boys'-leaning honestly.
Overall data confidence 68%
Behind the Name — Aidan — root etymology

Variations

AidanAydenAaden

Nicknames

Aid

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aiden mean?

Aiden is Irish for 'little fire' (from Aodh, a sun-god).

How do you pronounce Aiden?

It's said AY-dən /ˈeɪ.dən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aiden a boy or girl name?

Aiden is overwhelmingly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Aiden?

Aiden is rare for girls in the U.S.

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