US Popularity Rank: 1659

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Little fire; Happiness, joy; Laughter; Plain

Looking to ignite an old favorite with a modern, fresh twist? Enter Aden, an Irish name with gender-neutral status that means "little fire." Aden, pronounced AY-den, is a close cousin of more recognizable derivatives such as Aidan, Aedan, Aiden, and Aidyn. The name stems from the Irish Aodhán, pronounced Ay-Dawn, with an emphasis on that last syllable. Aden presents parents with an easy-to-say version, with a clipped second syllable that adds a friendly, approachable quality. Aideen is the classic feminine version, but a girl called Aden is bound to stand out, making this name the perfect choice for your baby flame! For a delightful touch, Aden also has links to the Arabic name Adan, meaning "happiness," "joy," and "laughter." It may also translate to "plain" and can connect baby to the city of Yemen, making it a great choice to celebrate baby's family tree.