Aidan
Meaning of Aidan
Aidan is a popular male name pronounced as AY-den (/ˈeɪ.dən/). Some common variations of the name include Ayden and Aiden. Over the years, Aidan has seen considerable use in the United States. The name was most popular between 2003 and 2006 when it consistently ranked within the top 50 names for baby boys. In 2003 and 2004, Aidan reached its peak popularity ranking at 39th and 40th respectively. Despite some fluctuations over the years, Aidan remains a beloved choice among parents, consistently appearing within the top 300 names since 1995. Although its usage has declined slightly in recent years, it continues to be a strong, timeless choice for those seeking a classic yet modern moniker for their child.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AY-den (/ˈeɪ.dən/)
British English
- Pronunced as AY-dun (/ˈeɪ.dən/)
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Notable People Named Aidan
| Aidan of Lindisfarne was an influential Irish monk and missionary who played a key role in spreading Christianity to the Anglo-Saxons in Northumbria. |
| Aidan Murphy, also known as Aidan Gillen, is an acclaimed Irish actor with multiple awards and nominations to his name. |
| Aidan Turner is an Irish actor known for his roles in TV shows like "Being Human" and "Poldark," as well as for portraying Kíli in "The Hobbit" trilogy. |
| Aidan Quinn is an accomplished American actor known for his roles in over 80 feature films, including Desperately Seeking Susan, Legends of the Fall, and Practical Magic. |
| Aidan Gallagher is an American actor and musician known for his role as Nicky Harper in the Nickelodeon series Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. |
| Aidan McGrath is an Irish youth activist and former President of Ireland's National Youth Organisation, known for his political activism and leadership in various youth councils and committees. |
| Aidan O'Shea is a prominent Irish Gaelic footballer from County Kerry, known for his teaching career and family ties to the sport. |
| Aidan O'Shea is a Gaelic footballer known for playing with Breaffy and the Mayo county team, and he serves as the captain of the senior team at Breaffy. |
| Lieutenant Colonel Aidan Mark Sprot was a distinguished British Army officer and the Lord Lieutenant of Tweeddale. |
| Aidan Walsh is an Irish boxer known for his impressive skills in the ring. |
