Aiden
Meaning of Aiden
The name Aiden, of Irish Gaelic origin, is predominantly given to boys. It's pronounced as AY-dun in English and as EYE-din in Irish Gaelic. The variation Ayden is also common. Aiden has been a popular choice among parents in the United States for many years. In the past decade, it consistently ranked within the top 30 baby boy names. Its popularity peaked around 2010-2012 when it held the 9th position for two consecutive years. Since then, its popularity has slightly decreased but still maintains a strong presence on the list of preferred baby boy names. The name Aiden carries associations with warmth and light, as its origin traces back to an old Celtic word meaning "little fire."
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AY-dun (/eɪd(ə)n//)
Irish Gaelic
- Pronunced as EYE-din ( /aɪ.d̪ʲi:n//)
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Notable People Named Aiden
| Aiden Aslin - Aiden Daniel John Mark Aslin is a British citizen who was captured by Russian forces while fighting as a Ukrainian Marine in Mariupol, sentenced to death by the Donetsk People's Republic, and later released in a prisoner exchange. |
| Aiden Tolman is a retired Australian professional rugby league player who played as a prop for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the NRL. |
| Aiden Thomas is a prominent Latino-American author of young adult novels, celebrated for the bestselling book Cemetery Boys, which has received widespread acclaim and multiple awards. |
| Aiden James is an American pop singer, songwriter, and musician known for his solo performances and opening acts for other artists. |
| Aiden John Turner is a British actor and model, known for his roles in All My Children and If Loving You Is Wrong, and for his invention of the loss prevention device TY. |
