Aiden
Aiden 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, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Canada, Australia, England |
Meaning and origin of Aiden
Aiden is an English spelling of Aidan, from the Irish Aodhán, 'little fire', a diminutive of Aodh, 'fire'. This spelling became the more common one in the United States in the 2000s, where it was among the most popular boys' names. Its rhyme with Jayden, Brayden and Caden helped it fit the fashion of that era. The older Aidan spelling is linked with Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne.
Is Aiden a Christian name?
The name traces back to Saint Aidan, an Irish missionary monk, but the Aiden spelling is usually chosen as a modern name without religious intent.
How popular is Aiden?
Very widely used in North America since the late 1990s.
Gifts with the name Aiden
- Aiden name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Aiden baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Aiden
Names similar to Aiden
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aiden mean?
Aiden means 'Little fire'. It is of Irish origin.
Is Aiden a Christian name?
The name traces back to Saint Aidan, an Irish missionary monk, but the Aiden spelling is usually chosen as a modern name without religious intent.
How do you pronounce Aiden?
Aiden is pronounced AY-dən.
Is Aiden a boy or girl name?
Aiden is usually a boy name.