Rising since 2008, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Aithan since 2006
Babies named Aithan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 129 |
| 2020s | 157 |
Meaning & origin
Aithan is a modern invention that entered U.S. naming records in 2006. Its rank of 3,036 in 2025 places it among rarer choices, with roughly 1 in 42,702 newborn boys receiving the name. The name has risen steadily since 2008 and reached its peak popularity in 2025. Its top states, Texas and California, reflect the name's appeal in diverse, trend-forward regions. Like many invented names, Aithan appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet phonetically familiar, blending the popular 'th' sound with a melodic two-syllable structure.
Aithan first appeared in U.S. records in 2006, likely as a creative respelling of the Hebrew-derived Ethan (meaning 'strong, firm') or the Irish Aidan (meaning 'little fire'). Its rise in the 21st century reflects a broader trend of using fashionable suffixes and phonetic spellings to craft distinctive yet familiar-sounding names. Without clear historical roots, its exact derivation remains speculative.
Where Aithan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ai, Than
Sibling names for Aithan
Names that share Aithan's style, for a brother or sister.
