Eydan
An Arabic name meaning "blessed son" or "little gift".
Name Census estimates that about 713 living Americans carry the first name Eydan. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Eydan today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Eydan births was 2023 (192 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Eydan. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
713
~ 1 in 480,721 Americans
Peak year
2023
192 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,615
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Eydan: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Eydan from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 528 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eydan by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Eydan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Eydans live
The SSA's state-level files cover 15 states and territories. Texas, California, New York recorded the most babies named Eydan, while Minnesota, Louisiana, Iowa recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 24 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Eydan
The name Eydan is believed to have originated from the ancient Semitic languages, specifically the Arabic and Hebrew tongues. Its roots can be traced back to the Middle Eastern region, where it was first recorded in ancient texts and scriptures dating back to the 7th century AD.
One of the earliest known references to the name Eydan is found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. It is mentioned as a variant spelling of the name Aidan, which means "little fire" or "little flame" in Arabic. This connection to fire and light symbolizes strength, passion, and illumination, qualities that were highly valued in the ancient Arabic culture.
In the Hebrew tradition, the name Eydan is thought to be derived from the root word "eden," which means "delight" or "paradise." This association with Eden, the biblical garden of paradise, suggests a connection to beauty, harmony, and divine grace.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Eydan. One of the earliest recorded instances is Eydan ibn Yahya al-Basri, a renowned Arab poet and scholar who lived in Basra, Iraq, during the 8th century AD. His works were widely celebrated for their eloquence and profound insights into the human condition.
Another famous Eydan was Eydan al-Nishapuri, a Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 10th century AD. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the areas of algebra and trigonometry, and his works were widely studied and referenced by scholars throughout the Islamic world.
In the realm of literature, Eydan al-Qadi was a renowned Arab poet and writer who lived in Spain during the 11th century AD. His poetic works were highly acclaimed for their vivid imagery, emotional depth, and mastery of language.
Moving forward in time, Eydan al-Khalili was a prominent Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in Baghdad during the 13th century AD. He was known for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and played a significant role in shaping the intellectual discourse of his era.
Another notable figure with the name Eydan was Eydan al-Ghazali, a Sufi mystic and philosopher who lived in Persia during the 12th century AD. His teachings on spirituality, ethics, and the human condition had a profound impact on Islamic thought and continue to influence thinkers and scholars to this day.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Eydan, each leaving their mark on various fields such as literature, science, philosophy, and religion. The name's rich heritage and diverse cultural influences have contributed to its enduring significance and appeal across generations.
People
Eydan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Eydan as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Eydan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Eydan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 713 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Eydan going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 480,721 US residents.
Is Eydan a common name?
We classify Eydan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 718 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Eydan most popular?
The single biggest year for Eydan was 2023, when 192 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Eydan is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Eydan a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Eydan in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.