How Many People Are Named Aedan?
Complete statistics for the name Aedan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Aedan, a rare and unique name for boys, stands out with only 1 in 86,177 Americans bearing it. With around 3,829 people named Aedan alive today, it's a genuinely modern choice, with nearly everyone under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 3,874 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2006Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Aedan Through the Generations
Aedan peaked in popularity in 2006 with 288 births, marking a high point for this relatively new name. Today, the majority of those named Aedan are under 30, indicating its status as a contemporary choice. The name's decline since its peak suggests it may be part of a broader trend where newer generation names eventually fade in favor of fresh options.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Aedan's Irish roots
📄 About the Name Aedan
How Many People Have the Name Aedan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,829 people in the United States currently share the name Aedan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 86,177 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Aedan a Common or Rare Name?
Aedan is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Aedan Mean?
Aedan means "Irish, meaning 'fire'" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Aedan in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Aedan Most Popular?
The name Aedan reached peak popularity in 2006, with 288 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Aedan?
Approximately 3,829 people named Aedan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,874. That works out to roughly 1 in 86,177 Americans.
Is Aedan a rare name?
Aedan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 86,177 Americans has this name.
What does the name Aedan mean?
Aedan means "Irish, meaning 'fire'" and comes from Irish origins.
Is Aedan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Aedan are male and 1% are female.
When was Aedan most popular?
Aedan peaked in 2006 with 288 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.