US Popularity Rank: 817

Origin: Japanese

Meaning: God spirit; God of thunder and lightning

Raiden is a gender-neutral name of Japanese origin. In Japanese mythology, this name was given to Raijin, god of thunder and lightning. With a powerful name like this, your baby boy or girl is bound to go out in the world with confidence and a sense of self. Popular alternatives to Raiden that have a similar-sounding vibe include Jayden, Aiden, Braydon, and Caden. Baby's arrival will no doubt feel like a big, bright lightning bolt of love to the heart and soul!