Ayden

Meaning of Ayden

Ayden is a modern variation of Aidan, meaning 'little fire' or 'fiery one.' It suggests someone with a passionate and energetic spirit.

Ayden has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Ayden

Ayden has cooled off, slipping to #257 in 2025, down from a peak of #68 in 2012.

Notable people named Ayden

• Ayden Callaghan
  British actor, known for Hollyoaks
• Ayden Mekus
  American actor and social media personality
• Ayden Owens-Delerme
  Puerto Rican-American Olympic track & field athlete
• Ayden Sng
  Singaporean actor and model
• Ayden Stone
  American college football player

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Questions about the name Ayden

What does the name Ayden mean?

Ayden means ayden is a modern variation of aidan, meaning 'little fire' or 'fiery one.' it suggests someone with a passionate and energetic spirit, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Ayden a boy's or a girl's name?

Ayden is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ayden?

In 2025, Ayden ranked #257 for boys, down from #213 the year before.

When was Ayden most popular?

Ayden peaked at #68 in 2012.