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Aidan

Coming from the Irish name Aodhán and Welsh name Aeddan, this name translates to “born of fire” or “little fire.” Fire is such a vital element of life, as it provides warmth and clears the path for regrowth, giving baby plenty of inspiration. Aidan is also a wonderful choice for mythology lovers, since it comes from Aodh, the old Celtic god of the sun. If you can sense that baby is going to have a blazing personality, the name Aidan is sure to teach them to keep their fire burning. The name is sure to ignite baby's spirit.
Gaelic Unisex
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Meaning

Little and fiery, born of fire

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Pronunciation

AY-dən

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Traits

  • Fiery
  • Energetic
  • Brave
  • Adventurous

Compatibility

Aidan pairs well with a variety of sibling names due to its versatility as a unisex name. It also works seamlessly as a middle name, adding a touch of strength and energy to the full name. This name can fit into various cultural and stylistic pairings, making it a popular choice among modern parents.

Fiery Energetic Brave Adventurous

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Aidan Quinn

Aidan Quinn

Actor

Born: March 8, 1959 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Portrait of Aidan Gillen

Aidan Gillen

Actor

Born: April 24, 1968 · Dublin, Ireland

Portrait of Aidan Turner

Aidan Turner

Actor

Born: June 19, 1983 · Clondalkin, Dublin, Ireland

Portrait of Aidan Moffat

Aidan Moffat

Musician

Born: April 10, 1973 · Falkirk, Scotland

Portrait of Aidan O'Brien

Aidan O'Brien

Athlete

Born: October 16, 1969 · County Wexford, Ireland

Portrait of Aidan Chambers

Aidan Chambers

Writer

Born: December 27, 1934 · Chester-le-Street, England

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Aidan Original form
  • Aiden Variant spelling
  • Ethan Similar sound
  • Ayden Phonetic variation
  • Persian
  • Chinese
  • Japanese
  • Hindi
  • Korean

Cultural Adaptations

  • ایدان (Aidan) Persian
  • 艾丹 (Aidan) Chinese
  • アイダン (Aidan) Japanese
  • ऐडन (Aidan) Hindi
  • 아이단 (Aidan) Korean

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Frequently Asked Questions about Aidan

What does Aidan mean?
Little and fiery, born of fire
What is the origin of Aidan?
Aidan has Gaelic origins.
Is Aidan popular?
Aidan has been viewed 144 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Aidan?
Similar names include Zuberi, Kwame, Habiba, Kaiden, Neela.
How do you pronounce Aidan?
Aidan is pronounced AY-dən.

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