| Meaning | thankful, God has heard |
| Origin | Modern |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Jayden |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Jay-den |
About Jayden
Breaking gender conventions, Jayden represents modern naming freedom and progressive thinking. Originally more common for boys, this name has successfully transitioned into unisex territory, chosen by parents who value strength and individuality over traditional gender associations. Jayden has a contemporary sound that feels current and energetic, reflecting today's dynamic world. The name projects confidence and resilience, qualities many parents hope to instill in their daughters. Its pronunciation is straightforward, and spelling variations allow for personalization while maintaining recognition. Jayden suits an active, adventurous personality—a girl who might prefer soccer fields to tea parties, though she's equally capable of excelling anywhere. The name has gained significant popularity in recent decades, indicating widespread acceptance and appreciation. For parents seeking a name that challenges conventions while remaining accessible, Jayden delivers perfectly. It's a choice that says you're raising your daughter to be whoever she wants to be, unrestricted by outdated expectations or limitations.
Nicknames for Jayden
| Jay |
| Jade |
| Jady |
| Denny |
| Den |
Famous People Named Jayden
| Jayden Bartels | American actress and dancer |
| Jayden Federline | Daughter of Britney Spears and Kevin Federline |
| Jayden Cole | Canadian actress and model |
| Jayden Jaymes | American adult film actress |
| Jayden Parkinson | British murder victim whose case received media attention |
| Jayden Reid | British Paralympic swimmer |
| Jayden Brailey | Australian rugby league player |
| Jayden Hayward | New Zealand-Italian rugby player |
| Jayden Hodges | Australian rules footballer |
| Jayden Stockley | English footballer |
| Jayden Lavender | Australian Paralympic athlete |
| Jayden Warn | New Zealand cricketer |
| Jayden Eynaud | French rugby player |
| Jayden Walker | American soccer player |
| Jayden Harris | Canadian speed skater |
| Jayden Roi-Desjarlais | Canadian Indigenous activist |
| Jayden Daniels | American football quarterback |
| Jayden Pitt | Australian water polo player |
| Jayden Terry | New Zealand basketball player |
| Jayden Stadnyk | Canadian artistic gymnast |
Characters Named Jayden
| Jayden Sawyer | Character in the book "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" by Stieg Larsson |
| Jayden Adams | Character in the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Jayden Anderson | Character in the movie "The Sixth Sense" |
| Jayden Hunter | Character in the TV show "Supernatural" |
| Jayden Clarke | Character in the video game "Detroit - Become Human" |
| Jayden Smith | Character in the movie "The Pursuit of Happyness" |
| Jayden Williams | Character in the TV series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Jayden Garcia | Character in the book "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas |
| Jayden Parker | Character in the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Jayden Taylor | Character in the movie "Memento" |
| Jayden Foster | Character in the TV show "Friday Night Lights" |
| Jayden Clark | Character in the video game "Watch Dogs" |
| Jayden Baker | Character in the movie "Final Destination" |
| Jayden Steele | Character in the TV series "Arrow" |
| Jayden Morgan | Character in the book "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman |
| Jayden Turner | Character in the TV show "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Jayden Thompson | Character in the movie "The Ring" |
| Jayden Campbell | Character in the TV series "H2O - Just Add Water" |
| Jayden Young | Character in the book "Fangirl" by Rainbow Rowell |
| Jayden Cooper | Character in the movie "Project X" |