Holding steady.
Popularity of Daden since 1999
Babies named Daden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 76 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Daden is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1999. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its rarity. The name reached its peak popularity in 2006, but has since maintained a stable, low level of use. While it occasionally appears as a variant of Dade or Dayden, its exact origin remains unclear, likely a creative spelling or sound-based invention. Without any top state concentrations or notable historical bearers, Daden remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels contemporary and uncommon.
The name Daden first appears in U.S. records in 1999, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a variant of the surname Dade or an invented name combining a favored initial sound with the popular -en suffix. No pre-20th-century usage has been documented, and it does not appear in historical name dictionaries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dade, D
Sibling names for Daden
Names that share Daden's style, for a brother or sister.
