Boy Name · Irish Origin
Aidan
Considering Aidan? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Fiery little one", rooted in Irish naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Aiden.
Aidan meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Fiery little one
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Aidan to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Aidan as A·I·D·A·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Aidan is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Aidan variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Aidana, Aidane, Aidany, Aida.
- Nicknames: Aid and A.
- Middle names: Pair Aidan with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Aidan middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Aiden, Adan, Ayden, Aitana, Adina — full picks on the sibling names for Aidan guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Aidan? Browse our names like Aidan guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Aidan
What does the name Aidan mean?
Aidan means "Fiery little one" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Aidan?
Aidan originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Aidan?
Aidan has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Aidan a boy's or girl's name?
Aidan is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Aidan in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Aidan sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Aidan?
Names that share Aidan's sound and style include Aiden, Adan, Ayden, Aitana, Adina.
What middle names pair well with Aidan?
Good middle-name fits for Aidan pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Aidan is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Aidan is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Aidan?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Aidan share its rhythm without rhyming — Aiden, Adan, Ayden all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.