Aiken Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-ken / /ˈeɪ.kən/Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: 'little fire'; Scottish: 'a place name'
Historical & Cultural Background
Aiken is derived from the Irish name Aodhán, which means 'little fire'. It is also associated with Scottish place names. The name has historical roots in both Ireland and Scotland, reflecting the cultural significance of fire in Celtic traditions. Aiken has been used as a surname and has transitioned into a given name over time.
Trend Summary
Aiken has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aiken
International Variants
- Aodhán (Irish)
- Aiken (Scottish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aiken was first seen in the United States in 1920. Aiken has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Aiken has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aiken (1921)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 6 |