Rising since 2004, #536 for boys today.
Popularity of Eiden since 2004
Babies named Eiden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 78 |
| 2010s | 599 |
| 2020s | 1,452 |
Meaning & origin
Eiden is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security list in 2004, with only a handful of births. By 2025 it had climbed to rank 536, reflecting a 1-in-3061 frequency among newborn boys. Its peak year so far is 2025, and the trajectory data shows consistent upward movement since its debut. The name is most popular in Connecticut, Mississippi, and Nebraska, suggesting a preference in both coastal and southern states. While its exact derivation is unclear, Eiden fits the pattern of Irish-inspired names like Aidan and Aiden that were reshaped by American spelling preferences in the early 21st century. Unlike those older names, Eiden lacks historical or literary precedent, making it a true product of modern naming trends.
The name Eiden first appeared in U.S. records in the early 2000s, likely as a respelling or variant of Aidan, itself derived from the Irish Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh meaning 'fire'. However, its sudden rise without historical precedent suggests it may also be a modern coinage influenced by popular -den endings. It has no deep historical roots in any culture.
Where Eiden is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eiden” around the world
Where Eiden lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ed, Eddie
Sibling names for Eiden
Names that share Eiden's style, for a brother or sister.
