Aiden
أيدن/AY-den/
Little fire; fiery one
About the name Aiden
Aiden is an anglicised form of the Irish Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh, the Celtic god of fire and sun, giving it the tender meaning 'little fire'. The name glows with warmth, energy and spirited charm. Once a quiet Gaelic name, it surged to become one of the most popular boys' names in the English-speaking world. Its variants Aidan and Ayden share the same bright, fiery spirit.
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- English
- In Arabic
- أيدن
- Pronunciation
- AY-den
- Also spelled
- Aidan, Ayden, Aedan
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aiden mean?+
Aiden (أيدن) is a name of English origin, meaning “Little fire; fiery one”.
What is the origin of the name Aiden?+
Aiden is a name of English origin.
Is Aiden a boy or a girl name?+
Aiden is traditionally used as a boy's name.
How is Aiden pronounced and spelled?+
Aiden is pronounced AY-den and is written أيدن in Arabic. It is also spelled Aidan, Ayden, Aedan.