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Aiden

Meaning: Little fire

About Aiden

Aiden 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 Aidan. Indicative pronunciation: AY-den. Popular note: Modern English favorite. When considering Aiden, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Irish

Variants

Aidan

Pronunciation

AY-den

Popularity note

Modern English favorite

FAQ — Aiden

What does the name Aiden mean?

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

What is the origin of Aiden?

Most associated origin: Irish.

Are there variants of Aiden?

Related forms: Aidan.