Declining since 2008.
Popularity of Adain since 1998
Babies named Adain per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 202 |
| 2010s | 124 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Adain is a rare modern variant of the popular name Aiden. It first entered U.S. records in 1998 but never ranked among the top names. Its peak usage came in 2008, the same year the similar Aiden ranked number 9 nationally. Since 2008, the name has fallen in use, reflecting broader trends away from creatively spelled variants. Despite its low frequency, Adain has been used in a handful of states, without strong regional concentration. The name's uncertainty in etymology and its reliance on the Aiden template make it a niche choice for parents seeking a distinctive but familiar-sounding name.
Adain is likely a modern variant of Aiden, derived from the Old Irish name Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh meaning "fire." The name has seen occasional use in the United States since the late 1990s, aligning with the popularity of similar-sounding names like Aidan and Jayden.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Addy, Ade
Sibling names for Adain
Names that share Adain's style, for a brother or sister.
