Declining since 2014, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Iden since 1976
Babies named Iden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 254 |
| 2020s | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Iden is a rare modern name that entered U.S. records in 1976, reaching its peak popularity in 2014. Since then its use has been falling. It remains uncommon, with a rank of 8,910 in 2025 and a frequency of about 1 in 213,510 births. The name is used predominantly for boys. Its etymology is uncertain; it may be a variant of Aidan or Eden, or a purely modern coinage. Iden has not been associated with any particular state or region. As a modern name with multiple possible origins, it appeals to parents looking for a distinctive, short name that sounds familiar yet unique. Its sound aligns with trendy names like Aiden and Jayden, but without their commonness.
Iden is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1976. It may be a respelling of Aidan, which derives from the Irish Aodhán meaning 'little fire,' or a variant of Eden, from the Hebrew for 'delight' or 'place of pleasure.' It could also be a purely invented name combining popular sounds. Given its recent emergence, no single etymology is firmly established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: I, Denny
Sibling names for Iden
Names that share Iden's style, for a brother or sister.
