Aaden: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ah-ahd-ehn
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe,North America
Meaning: A variant of Aidan, meaning "little fire" in Irish.

Aaden is a traditional Irish name meaning "little fire." It originated as a nickname for the name Aodhán, which also means "fire." The name has been used historically in Ireland and Scotland, where several monarchs and saints bore it. In recent years, it has gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries. The name symbolizes strength, spirituality, and self-assurance, making it a unique and meaningful choice for parents.

Aaden Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Aaden is currently #1275 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Aaden is currently #1275 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Aaden is currently #611 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Aaden is currently #611 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Aaden is currently #660 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Aaden is currently #660 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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