Aidan

At a Glance: Name: Aidan – Meaning: little fire (a diminutive of Aodh, 'fire') – Origin: Irish – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: AY-dun

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Aidan is an Irish name for a boy, pronounced AY-dun, that comes from Aodh, the Irish word for fire — so it literally translates to 'little fire.' It has the settled, familiar feel of a name that's been around for generations, and it works just as easily outside Ireland as within it. If you like a name with real linguistic roots behind the sound, this is one to consider.

Meaning & Origin of Aidan

Meaning: Little fire (a diminutive of aodh, 'fire').

Origin: Irish.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Aidan

Phonetic: AY-dun   IPA: /ˈeɪdən/

Popularity of Aidan

Aidan peaked at #39 in 2003, when 10,067 baby boys were given the name, and by 2024 it had eased to #312 with 1,092 boys sharing it that year — still very much in use, just past its high point.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1936–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Aidan mean?

Little fire (a diminutive of aodh, ‘fire’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Aidan)

How do you pronounce Aidan?

Aidan is pronounced AY-dun (IPA: /ˈeɪdən/).

Is Aidan a popular name right now?

Aidan peaked at #39 in 2003 and is ranked #312 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1936–2024.)

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