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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Little fire (a diminutive of Aodh, 'fire')
- Origin
- Irish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AY-dun
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
AY-dunIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Aidan mean?
Little fire (a diminutive of Aodh, ‘fire’). (Source: Wiktionary)
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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