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Boy name

Aiden

Aiden is a boy’s name of Irish origin, meaning “little fire.” It currently ranks #40 for US boys and is falling.

Meaning
Little fire.
Origin
Irish
US rank
#22
Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
A

Aiden's popularity over time

↓ Falling
#40 in 2023Peak rank #12US SSA · boys
#1#20#40201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Aiden

What does the name Aiden mean?

Aiden means "Little fire." and is of Irish origin.

Is Aiden a boy or girl name?

Aiden is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Aiden?

Aiden ranked #40 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been falling (peak rank #12).

How many syllables are in Aiden?

Aiden has 2 syllables and 5 letters.

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