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At a Glance
- Origin
- English (modern coinage, variant of Zayden)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ZAY-den
Zaiden is pronounced ZAY-den (IPA /ˈzeɪdən) and comes from English as a modern coinage, a variant of Zayden. You might come across the claim that it means "God's fire" or "fiery one," but that's not accurate — Wiktionary lists Zaiden as a modern variant with no fixed meaning, not a word tied to fire. If you like how it sounds, that's really the appeal here.
Meaning & Origin of Zaiden
Origin: English (modern coinage, variant of Zayden).
A common claim: Zaiden means 'God's fire' or 'fiery one' Actually: Zaiden is a modern coinage, a variant of Zayden, with no fixed meaning — it isn't a word for fire.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Zaiden
ZAY-denIPA /ˈzeɪdən/
Popularity of Zaiden
Zaiden peaked in 2013 at #336, given to 965 babies that year. By 2024 it had settled to #572, with 498 babies given the name.
Names Like Zaiden
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FAQ
What does the name Zaiden mean?
Zaiden means ‘God’s fire’ or ‘fiery one’ Zaiden is a modern coinage, a variant of Zayden, with no fixed meaning — it isn’t a word for fire.
How do you pronounce Zaiden?
Zaiden is pronounced ZAY-den (IPA: /ˈzeɪdən/).
Is Zaiden a popular name right now?
Zaiden peaked at #336 in 2013 and is ranked #572 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2000–2024.)
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