Aidan
[ˈeɪdən]Meaning
anglicized form of Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh, meaning "fire"
Background Story
Aidan is an anglicized form of the Irish name Aodhán, itself a diminutive of Aodh, which literally means "fire". The name is also used in French, Spanish, Old Irish, Scottish Gaelic and Irish mythology, and the Irish female equivalent is Aodhnait. It became popular in America in the latter part of the 20th century because its sound is shared with names such as Braden and Hayden, and it peaked at 39th for boys in 2003.
Variations
Aidan, Aedan, Ayden
Related Names
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Variant of Aidan
Ayden
Variant of Aidan
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