Eyden

♂ Boy

Pronounced AY-den /ˈeɪ.dən/Low

Meaning: Little fire, small flameLow

In 30 seconds: Eyden is a variant spelling of Aidan from the Irish Aodhán meaning little fire. The Ey- prefix gives this beloved Irish name a more distinctive visual form while preserving its warm fiery meaning.

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Origin LowIrish Gaelic, American

MeaningLittle fire, small flame

U.S. rank (2025)#1205 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births168 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 934

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Eyden is a creative variant of Aidan, from the Irish Aodhán meaning little fire, from Aodh the Celtic god of fire and sun.

Eyden is a distinctive visual variant of the very popular Aidan/Ayden family, used by parents who want to distinguish their child.

Did you know? Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne (died 651) was an Irish monk who brought Christianity to Northumbria. His gentle compassionate approach made him one of the most beloved saints of the early medieval period.

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Behind the Name: Aidan

Variations

AidanAydenAiden

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Aiden— Standard spelling

Ayden— Most common American variant

Jayden— Same -ayden rhyming wave

Brayden— Same -ayden broad valley name

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Frequently Asked

What does Eyden mean?

Eyden means little fire from Irish Aodhán, a variant spelling of Aidan.

Is Eyden different from Aidan?

Eyden uses the Ey- prefix for a distinctive visual form of the Irish Aidan.

How do you pronounce Eyden?

Eyden is pronounced AY-den with two syllables.

What names are similar to Eyden?

Similar names include Aiden, Ayden, and Jayden.