Aydin
Aydin is a boy's name of Turkish origin.
Meaning
Enlightened, bright, or clear.
Origin and history
Aydin is a male name of Turkish origin meaning 'enlightened' or 'bright'. It has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent decades, serving both as a modern variant spelling of Aidan and as an authentic Turkish name. Its usage reflects a broader interest in short, vowel-rich names with positive meanings.
Popularity in the United States
6,491 babies in the United States have been named Aydin since 1880. It ranks #1504 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #989.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.8 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
- NY (10.9 %)
- FL (6.6 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
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 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 89 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,142 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,051 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,192 |
Famous people named Aydin
- Aydin Öztürk: Artist, Sculptor
Fun facts
- Aydin is a traditional Turkish name as well as a popular contemporary alternative spelling of the Gaelic name Aidan.
- Aydın is also a major city and province in the Aegean region of Turkey.