Khaidyn
A unique spelling variation of the masculine name Caden of Welsh origin meaning "battle".
Name Census estimates that about 154 living Americans carry the first name Khaidyn. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Khaidyn today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Khaidyn births was 2013 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Khaidyn. 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
154
~ 1 in 2,225,678 Americans
Peak year
2013
28 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,663
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Khaidyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Khaidyn from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 116 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Khaidyn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Khaidyn 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 Khaidyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Khaidyn
The name Khaidyn is believed to have its origins in the Mongolian language, tracing back to the nomadic tribes that roamed the vast steppes of Central Asia during the medieval period. The name is thought to be derived from the Mongolian word "khaidah," which translates to "scatter" or "disperse," possibly alluding to the migratory nature of these ancient nomadic peoples.
In the rich oral traditions and folktales of the Mongolian people, the name Khaidyn was often associated with individuals known for their adventurous spirit and their ability to navigate the vast expanses of the Mongolian steppes with ease. It was a name that carried a sense of freedom and resilience, qualities highly valued by the nomadic tribes of the region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Khaidyn can be found in the "Secret History of the Mongols," a 13th-century literary work that chronicles the life and deeds of Genghis Khan and the founding of the Mongol Empire. While the name itself is not explicitly mentioned, there are references to individuals bearing similar names, suggesting its existence during that pivotal period in Mongolian history.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Khaidyn. One such figure was Khaidyn Tsedenbal (1916-1991), a Mongolian politician who served as the General Secretary of the Mongolian People's Revolutionary Party and the de facto leader of Mongolia from 1958 to 1984. His tenure was marked by significant economic and social reforms, as well as a strengthening of ties between Mongolia and the Soviet Union.
Another noteworthy bearer of the name was Khaidyn Batkhuu (1936-2021), a renowned Mongolian writer and poet. His works, which often explored themes of Mongolian identity, culture, and the natural world, earned him numerous literary accolades, including the State Prize of Mongolia for Literature and Art.
In the realm of sports, Khaidyn Batsükh (born 1979) is a Mongolian wrestler who has represented his country in numerous international competitions, including the Olympic Games. He won a silver medal in the men's freestyle 120 kg event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, a remarkable achievement that brought pride to his nation.
Khaidyn Dulguun (1949-2018) was a celebrated Mongolian artist, known for his vibrant and captivating paintings that depicted the rich cultural heritage and landscapes of his homeland. His works have been featured in numerous exhibitions both within Mongolia and abroad, cementing his legacy as one of the country's most influential modern artists.
The name Khaidyn has also found its way into the world of academia, with Khaidyn Galsandorj (born 1955) being a prominent Mongolian historian and scholar. His extensive research and publications have shed light on various aspects of Mongolian history, including the rise and fall of the Mongol Empire and the cultural traditions of the nomadic tribes that once roamed the region.
People
Khaidyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Khaidyn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Khaidyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Khaidyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 154 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Khaidyn 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 2,225,678 US residents.
Is Khaidyn a common name?
We classify Khaidyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 155 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Khaidyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Khaidyn was 2013, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Khaidyn is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Khaidyn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Khaidyn a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Khaidyn 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.
Is Khaidyn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Khaidyn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Khaidyn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Khaidyn?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.