Thayden
An English variant of the Irish masculine name Thaddeus meaning "gift of God".
Name Census estimates that about 150 living Americans carry the first name Thayden. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Thayden today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Thayden births was 2008 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Thayden. 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
150
~ 1 in 2,285,029 Americans
Peak year
2008
21 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2017 SSA rank
#14,048
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Thayden: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Thayden from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 78 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
Thayden 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 Thayden 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 Thayden
The name Thayden has its origins in the ancient Celtic language and culture, dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Celtic word "taidiu," which means "peaceful" or "tranquil." The name was initially prevalent among the Celtic tribes that inhabited the regions of modern-day Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
Over the centuries, the name Thayden underwent various spellings and pronunciation changes. In ancient texts and manuscripts, it has been recorded as "Taidean," "Taidhin," and "Taidhen." These variations reflect the linguistic evolution and regional influences that shaped the name's form.
One of the earliest known references to the name Thayden can be found in the medieval Irish text "Lebor Gabála Érenn" (The Book of Invasions), which dates back to the 11th century CE. This text chronicles the mythological and legendary history of Ireland and mentions a figure named Thayden, although the specific details surrounding this individual remain obscure.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Thayden. One of the earliest recorded examples is Thayden of Iona (740-804 CE), a renowned Gaelic monk and scholar who lived on the Scottish island of Iona. He was known for his contributions to the preservation of ancient Celtic literature and his translations of Latin texts.
Another notable figure was Thayden the Bard (c. 1150-1220 CE), a Welsh poet and storyteller who was renowned for his poetic works that celebrated the heroic deeds of Welsh princes and warriors. His works were instrumental in preserving the oral traditions and cultural heritage of Wales.
In the 15th century, Thayden O'Malley (1412-1478) was a prominent Irish chieftain and leader of the O'Malley clan. He played a significant role in the political and military conflicts of his time, defending his clan's territories against rival clans and English forces.
During the 17th century, Thayden MacLean (1620-1689) was a Scottish Highland warrior and clan chief. He led his clan in several battles against the forces of Oliver Cromwell during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms, earning a reputation for his bravery and leadership.
In more recent times, Thayden Harrington (1875-1945) was an Irish-American writer and poet who gained recognition for his works that explored themes of Irish identity, immigration, and the struggles of the working class in early 20th century America.
While the name Thayden has its roots in ancient Celtic cultures, it has endured through the ages, carrying a rich historical legacy and cultural significance. Its meaning of peacefulness and tranquility continues to resonate, serving as a testament to the enduring impact of Celtic linguistic and cultural traditions.
People
Thayden + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Thayden as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Thayden: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Thayden?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 150 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Thayden 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 2,285,029 US residents.
Is Thayden a common name?
We classify Thayden as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 151 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Thayden most popular?
The single biggest year for Thayden was 2008, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Thayden is about 16 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 Thayden in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Thayden a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Thayden 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 Thayden still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Thayden 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 Thayden 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 many people are called Thayden?
Find out how many people share the name Thayden on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.