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Defender of men
Little fire (through its connection with Aidan)
Boy
Aiden
Little fire
Meaning
Aiden is a masculine name used in modern English and is a spelling variant of the Irish name Aidan. Aidan comes from Aodhán, a diminutive associated with Aodh, an Old Irish name connected with fire in Celtic tradition. The name became particularly familiar in English-speaking countries because of its short spelling and appealing pronunciation. Its Irish heritage and lively traditional associations make it attractive to parents looking for a modern-sounding name with historical roots. At Baby Name Care, we explore Aiden's linguistic background, pronunciation, name variations, and cultural history to help parents understand the heritage behind this popular choice.
Origin & Background
The name Aiden is associated with Irish, Old Irish root, Modern English usage.
Cultural / Religious associations
Pronunciation
AY-dən
/ˈeɪ.dən/
Numerology
Pythagorean
6
Chaldean
7
Lucky Number
6
Name Style
Variations
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