Ayden
Ayden is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little fire or fiery.
Origin and history
Ayden is a contemporary spelling variant of Aidan, derived from the Old Irish name Aodhán. While overwhelmingly given to boys in the U.S., it is also used for girls as part of the broader trend of modern sound-alike names. In recent years, female usage of Ayden has remained relatively rare but consistent.
Popularity in the United States
2,450 babies in the United States have been named Ayden since 1880. It ranks #3568 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1900.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21.5 %)
- CA (17 %)
- NC (8.2 %)
- FL (7.6 %)
- GA (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 84 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,303 |
| 2010-2019 | 862 |
| 2020-2029 | 201 |
Fun facts
- Ayden emerged as part of the 'den' naming craze in the United States during the early 2000s.
- Traces back to the Gaelic name Aodh, who was the Celtic god of sun and fire.