gender neutral
Aidan
little fire, fiery
About Aidan
Warmth radiates from this enduringly popular name that somehow manages to feel both familiar and special. Aidan strikes that perfect balance between being recognizable enough to be easily accepted and distinctive enough to maintain personality. The name has a friendly, approachable quality that suits children who are naturally sociable and energetic. It sounds youthful without being childish, maintaining its appeal through all life stages. Aidan works wonderfully in multicultural environments, crossing linguistic boundaries with relative ease while remaining easy to pronounce in most languages. The name has literary and historical connections that add depth without weighing it down with excessive baggage. Parents often choose Aidan when they want something that feels current but isn't likely to feel dated in twenty years. It pairs well with a wide variety of middle names and surnames, showing versatility in combination. The soft beginning and strong ending create a pleasing sonic balance that many find appealing. For active, spirited boys who light up a room with their presence, Aidan provides a name that matches their energy and enthusiasm perfectly.
Popularity of the Name Aidan
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | #886 | #127 | #61 | ||
| 1991 | #793 | #127 | #55 | #342 | |
| 1992 | #628 | #107 | #60 | #315 | |
| 1993 | #557 | #81 | #53 | #229 | |
| 1994 | #440 | #92 | #62 | #211 | |
| 1995 | #282 | #92 | #63 | #128 | |
| 1996 | #259 | #95 | #63 | #120 | |
| 1997 | #222 | #75 | #67 | #62 | #98 |
| 1998 | #196 | #72 | #64 | #65 | #81 |
| 1999 | #166 | #71 | #77 | #69 | #69 |
| 2000 | #114 | #65 | #75 | #74 | #54 |
| 2001 | #86 | #64 | #56 | #73 | #52 |
| 2002 | #60 | #59 | #68 | #62 | #41 |
| 2003 | #39 | #60 | #62 | #64 | #34 |
| 2004 | #40 | #57 | #78 | #62 | #33 |
| 2005 | #43 | #64 | #63 | #71 | #33 |
| 2006 | #44 | #71 | #72 | #65 | #39 |
| 2007 | #54 | #71 | #96 | #55 | #46 |
| 2008 | #59 | #80 | #57 | #60 | #60 |
| 2009 | #72 | #73 | #61 | #46 | #75 |
| 2010 | #94 | #88 | #75 | #48 | #93 |
| 2011 | #107 | #89 | #75 | #40 | #97 |
| 2012 | #116 | #103 | #95 | #50 | #119 |
| 2013 | #146 | #128 | #92 | #48 | #147 |
| 2014 | #187 | #142 | #103 | #51 | #155 |
| 2015 | #185 | #130 | #146 | #52 | #175 |
| 2016 | #191 | #137 | #131 | #52 | #165 |
| 2017 | #221 | #145 | #147 | #56 | #213 |
| 2018 | #242 | #137 | #176 | #51 | #218 |
| 2019 | #243 | #141 | #191 | #50 | #205 |
| 2020 | #261 | #165 | #153 | #72 | #230 |
| 2021 | #286 | #162 | #202 | #75 | #222 |
| 2022 | #296 | #189 | #205 | #75 | #235 |
| 2023 | #300 | #211 | #190 | #91 | #301 |
| 2024 | #312 | #235 | #208 | #85 | #266 |
| 2025 | #326 | #235 | #287 | #85 | #351 |
| 1970 | #269 | #35 | |||
| 1971 | #264 | #44 | |||
| 1972 | #237 | #45 | |||
| 1973 | #227 | #41 | |||
| 1974 | #222 | #39 | |||
| 1975 | #229 | #54 | |||
| 1976 | #206 | #38 | |||
| 1977 | #172 | #44 | |||
| 1978 | #190 | #47 | |||
| 1979 | #141 | #47 | |||
| 1980 | #140 | #50 | |||
| 1981 | #136 | #46 | |||
| 1982 | #144 | #46 | |||
| 1983 | #156 | #46 | |||
| 1984 | #140 | #45 | |||
| 1985 | #172 | #46 | |||
| 1986 | #135 | #47 | |||
| 1987 | #151 | #47 | |||
| 1988 | #146 | #50 | |||
| 1989 | #152 | #50 | |||
| 1964 | #37 | ||||
| 1965 | #33 | ||||
| 1966 | #41 | ||||
| 1967 | #38 | ||||
| 1968 | #36 | ||||
| 1969 | #41 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Aidan
Names Similar to Aidan
Nicknames for Aidan
- Aid
- Dan
- Ade
- Addy
- Dani
Famous People Named Aidan
| Aidan Gillen | Irish actor known for his roles in "Game of Thrones" and "Peaky Blinders" |
| Aidan Turner | Irish actor famous for his role as Kili in "The Hobbit" trilogy and Ross Poldark in the TV series "Poldark" |
| Aidan Quinn | American actor known for his performances in films like "Legends of the Fall" and "Michael Collins" |
| Aidan Gallagher | American actor and singer recognized for his role as Number Five in the TV series "The Umbrella Academy" |
| Aidan Moffat | Scottish musician and vocalist of the band Arab Strap |
| Aidan McArdle | Irish actor seen in films such as "Ella Enchanted" and TV series like "The Fall" |
| Aidan O'Brien | Irish horse racing trainer and one of the most successful trainers in the sport's history |
| Aidan Burley | British politician and Member of Parliament |
Characters Named Aidan
| Aidan Pearce | Protagonist in the video game "Watch Dogs" |
| Aidan Shaw | Love interest of Carrie Bradshaw in the TV series "Sex and the City" |
| Aidan Waite | Vampire character from the TV series "Being Human" |
| Aidan Pryde | Character in the "BattleTech" game series |
| Aidan Sezer | Character in the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" |
| Aidan Devane | Character in the soap opera "All My Children" |
| Aidan Ryan | Character in the novel "The Book of Lost Things" by John Connolly |
| Aidan Gallagher | Character in the TV series "Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn" |
| Aidan Hunter | Character in the TV series "Ghost Whisperer" |
| Aidan Bishop | Protagonist in the novel "The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle" by Stuart Turton |