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Aidan

Meaning: Little fire

About Aidan

Aidan is a masculine given name of Irish origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Little fire,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Aiden. Indicative pronunciation: AY-dan. Popular note: Traditional spelling. When considering Aidan, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Irish

Variants

Aiden

Pronunciation

AY-dan

Popularity note

Traditional spelling

FAQ — Aidan

What does the name Aidan mean?

Short meaning: Little fire. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Aidan?

Most associated origin: Irish.

Are there variants of Aidan?

Related forms: Aiden.