Aidan
Meaning: Little fire, fiery one
Origin: Irish/Gaelic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #47
Total births: 10,061
History: The name Aidan resonates with the maritime heritage of Ireland's western seaboard, where Aran Island fishermen and Dingle Bay sailors carved out lives against the Atlantic. It was commonly given in coastal communities from Donegal to West Cork, where faith, family, and the sea shaped every generation. Bearers of this name carry the salt air courage of Ireland's seafaring tradition.
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| Current rank (2025) | #82 |
| Babies named Aidan in 2025 | 72 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 10,061 |
| Peak year | 1974 (258 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #33 |
| Years in records | 1964–2025 (62 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 12 spots |
Frequently asked about Aidan
What does the name Aidan mean?
Aidan means “Little fire, fiery one” from Irish/Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Aidan?
Aidan has Irish/Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Little fire, fiery one”.
How popular is Aidan in Ireland?
Aidan ranked #82 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 72 babies that year.
When was Aidan most popular?
Aidan peaked in 1974 with 258 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Aidan a boy or girl name?
Aidan is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Aidans in registered births are male.
Is the name Aidan rising or falling in popularity?
Aidan has fallen 12 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #70 in 2020 to #82 in 2025.
How long has Aidan been recorded in Ireland?
Aidan appears in birth records in Ireland across 62 years — from 1964 through 2025.