Jaidon first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Jaidon has been for the last 30 years (from 1995 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Jaidon

Of English origin, meaning "valley gift" or "God's gift".

Popularity of Jaidon by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Jaidon is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 96% of people named Jaidon being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jaidon.

YearMale CountFemale Count
202490
202390
2022130
2021190
2020180
2019170
2018240
2017290
2016280
2015280
2014560
2013360
2012810
2011840
20101096
2009957
20081349
200712411
2006940
2005770
2004750
2003650
2002496
2001508
2000337
1999236
1998105
199790
199670
199560

The history of the first name Jaidon

The name Jaidon is a modern variation of the traditional Hebrew name Jadon, which means "he will judge" or "the judge." The name originated in ancient Israel and is derived from the Hebrew root word "din," meaning "to judge" or "to govern."

The earliest recorded use of the name Jadon can be traced back to the Bible, where it appears in the book of Nehemiah as the name of a Levite who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. However, the name was relatively rare in ancient times and did not gain widespread popularity until the modern era.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Jaidon was Jaidon Jones, an African-American entrepreneur and civil rights activist who lived in the early 20th century. Jones was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance and played a significant role in promoting black economic empowerment and self-sufficiency.

Another notable bearer of the name was Jaidon Codrington, a British actor and musician born in 1985. Codrington is best known for his roles in television shows such as "Cucumber" and "Banana," where he portrayed the character of Daniel Curry.

In the world of sports, Jaidon Dunston was an American baseball player who played as a shortstop for the Chicago Cubs and other teams in the late 20th century. He was born in 1973 and played in Major League Baseball from 1994 to 2003.

Jaidon Arroyo was a Puerto Rican artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his abstract and minimalist works. Born in 1942, he was a prominent figure in the Puerto Rican art scene and his works have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world.

Lastly, Jaidon Codner was a Trinidadian cricketer who played for the West Indies national team in the late 20th century. Born in 1962, he was a right-handed batsman and represented the West Indies in both Test and One Day International matches.

While the name Jaidon is relatively modern and has gained popularity in recent decades, it has its roots in ancient Hebrew culture and language. The name's meaning and association with judgment and governance have endured through the ages, making it a unique and culturally significant name choice.

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.

The history and meaning of the name Jaidon was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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