Raiden Unisex
Origin(s)
Japanese; English
Meaning
Japanese: thunder and lightning; English: none
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Raiden is associated with the god of thunder and lightning, often depicted in folklore and art. The name is used in various forms in Japan and carries significant cultural weight. In English, Raiden has gained popularity through media, particularly in video games, but does not have traditional roots.
Trend Summary
Raiden has seen a rise in usage, particularly influenced by pop culture.
Variants
- Raiden
International Variants
- 雷電 (Chinese)
- Raijin (Japanese)
Famous people named Raiden
Raiden Tameemon — sumo wrestler
Raiden Shogun — character in Genshin Impact
Fictional characters named Raiden
Raiden — Mortal Kombat
Raiden — Metal Gear Solid
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raiden was first seen in the United States in 1993. Raiden has ranked as high as #632 nationally which occurred in 2022 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Raiden has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raiden (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 75 | |
| TX | 75 | |
| FL | 41 | |
| NC | 28 | |
| IN | 26 | |
| OH | 24 | |
| AZ | 24 | |
| IL | 22 | |
| MO | 22 | |
| TN | 22 | |
| VA | 21 | |
| MI | 21 | |
| KY | 19 | |
| NY | 19 | |
| PA | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 66 |
| 2002 | 92 |
| 2003 | 132 |
| 2004 | 146 |
| 2005 | 146 |
| 2006 | 180 |
| 2007 | 210 |
| 2008 | 285 |
| 2009 | 364 |
| 2010 | 378 |
| 2011 | 477 |
| 2012 | 489 |
| 2013 | 505 |
| 2014 | 594 |
| 2015 | 633 |
| 2016 | 740 |
| 2017 | 800 |
| 2018 | 727 |
| 2019 | 824 |
| 2020 | 745 |
| 2021 | 843 |
| 2022 | 934 |
| 2023 | 750 |
| 2024 | 702 |