Aidan Unisex
Origin(s)
Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: 'little fire'; Scottish: 'fiery one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Aidan is derived from the Irish name Aodhán, which is a diminutive of Aodh, meaning 'fire'. The name has been popular in Ireland since the early medieval period, associated with several saints, including Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Aidan has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States since the 1990s, often ranking among the top names for boys.
Similar Names
Brayden, Hayden, Jaden, Kaden, Caden, Aiden, Zayden, Raiden
Variants
- Aiden
- Aidan
- Ayden
International Variants
- Aodhán (Irish)
- Aiden (English)
- Aidan (English)
Famous people named Aidan
Aidan Quinn is an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'Legends of the Fall' and 'The Assignment'.
Aidan Turner is an Irish actor best known for his portrayal of Ross Poldark in the BBC series 'Poldark'.
Aidan Gillen is an Irish actor recognized for his performances in 'The Wire' and 'Game of Thrones'.
Aidan McArdle is an Irish actor known for his work in theater and television, including 'The Fall'.
Fictional characters named Aidan
Aidan Shaw is a character from the television series 'Sex and the City', known for his relationship with Carrie Bradshaw.
Aidan is a character in the video game series 'Fallout', often depicted as a companion or ally.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aidan was first seen in the United States in 1936. Aidan has ranked as high as #58 nationally which occurred in 2003 and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Aidan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aidan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 142 | |
| NY | 91 | |
| TX | 91 | |
| FL | 67 | |
| MI | 62 | |
| VA | 52 | |
| PA | 48 | |
| IL | 41 | |
| MA | 40 | |
| GA | 31 | |
| MD | 29 | |
| WA | 26 | |
| NC | 25 | |
| IN | 23 | |
| OH | 22 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 54 |
| 1986 | 71 |
| 1987 | 52 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 81 |
| 1990 | 134 |
| 1991 | 167 |
| 1992 | 269 |
| 1993 | 332 |
| 1994 | 517 |
| 1995 | 973 |
| 1996 | 1,093 |
| 1997 | 1,382 |
| 1998 | 1,703 |
| 1999 | 2,213 |
| 2000 | 3,296 |
| 2001 | 4,632 |
| 2002 | 6,954 |
| 2003 | 10,067 |
| 2004 | 9,824 |
| 2005 | 9,759 |
| 2006 | 10,035 |
| 2007 | 8,425 |
| 2008 | 7,708 |
| 2009 | 5,811 |
| 2010 | 4,309 |
| 2011 | 3,721 |
| 2012 | 3,225 |
| 2013 | 2,675 |
| 2014 | 2,280 |
| 2015 | 2,265 |
| 2016 | 2,115 |
| 2017 | 1,734 |
| 2018 | 1,571 |
| 2019 | 1,543 |
| 2020 | 1,328 |
| 2021 | 1,208 |
| 2022 | 1,160 |
| 2023 | 1,113 |
| 2024 | 1,092 |