Find out how popular the first name Aden has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Aden by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Aden is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 97% of people named Aden being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 290 male babies and 16 female babies born with the name Aden.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 16 baby girls were named Aden in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Aden

The name Aden has its origins in the Semitic languages of the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic word 'adan', which means 'paradise' or 'Eden'. The name is closely associated with the city of Aden, a major port city in Yemen on the southern coast of the Arabian Peninsula.

Aden is mentioned in several ancient texts and religious scriptures. In the Quran, Aden is referred to as the 'Garden of Eden' or 'Jannatul Adan'. The city of Aden is also mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible as a location visited by the Queen of Sheba during her journey to meet King Solomon.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Aden can be found in the writings of the Arab historian and geographer Al-Hamdani, who lived in the 10th century AD. He referred to the city of Aden as a flourishing trade center and a gateway to the Indian Ocean.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Aden. One of the earliest was Aden bin Abi Anuayr Al-Fazari (died 690 AD), a renowned Arab poet and warrior during the early Islamic era. Another notable figure was Aden bin Yahya Al-Sayari (died 944 AD), a prominent Islamic scholar and judge from Yemen.

In more recent times, Aden Abdulle Osman (1908-1954) was a Somali poet, writer, and politician who played a significant role in the Somali nationalist movement. Aden Aden (1939-2012) was a renowned Somali singer and songwriter, known for his contributions to the development of Somali music.

Aden Ridgeway (born 1962) is an Australian politician and former senator, known for his advocacy for indigenous rights and reconciliation. He was the first Aboriginal person to be elected to the Australian Senate.

Aden Young (born 1971) is an Australian actor, best known for his roles in films such as 'Kick' and the television series 'Rectify'. Aden Flint (born 1989) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for Sheffield Wednesday.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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