Aden

Boy's name

Aden is of Arabic origin, meaning "fiery one" or "handsome." It is not derived from any other name.

Meaning Little fire
Origin Gaelic
U.S. births in 2023 225 Falling
Peak year 2006

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Aden Young - Actor known for "Rectify" TV series.
  • Aden Gillett - Actor in "The Borrowers" and "Shadowlands."
  • Aden Haji - Somali footballer playing for FC Edmonton.
  • Aden Flint - English footballer playing for Cardiff City.
  • Aden Ridgeway - Australian politician and Indigenous rights advocate.
  • Aden Abdullah Osman Daar - First President of Somalia.
  • Aden Bowman - Canadian educator and namesake of a school.
  • Aden Durde - NFL coach and former player.
  • Aden Hakimi - Malaysian actor and model.

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