Aidan
Aidan is a Christian boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Little fire”.
| Meaning | Little fire |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Irish |
| Written as | Aodhán |
| Pronunciation | AY-dən |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Ireland, United States, England, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Aidan
Aidan is the anglicised form of the Irish Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh, 'fire', so it means 'little fire'. Aodh was also the name of a Celtic god. The name owes its long Christian history to Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne, an Irish monk from Iona who evangelised Northumbria in the seventh century. It was revived in the twentieth century and became very popular in the United States around 2000.
Is Aidan a Christian name?
Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne is a well-loved saint of Ireland and northern England, so the name is strongly Christian, though most parents today choose it for its sound.
How popular is Aidan?
Widely used in Ireland and the English-speaking world, though less fashionable than at its peak around 2000.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aidan mean?
Aidan means 'Little fire'. It is of Irish origin.
Is Aidan a Christian name?
Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne is a well-loved saint of Ireland and northern England, so the name is strongly Christian, though most parents today choose it for its sound.
How do you pronounce Aidan?
Aidan is pronounced AY-dən.
Is Aidan a boy or girl name?
Aidan is usually a boy name.