Declining since 2010, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Vaden since 1915
Babies named Vaden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 19 |
| 1920s | 61 |
| 1930s | 56 |
| 1940s | 38 |
| 1950s | 37 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 8 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 124 |
| 2010s | 131 |
| 2020s | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Vaden is an uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1915. It reached its peak rank of 9,714 in 2009, but has since become rarer, with only about 1 in 244,011 boys receiving the name in 2025. The name's trajectory reflects a downward trend since 2010. Though its origin is obscure, it fits a modern pattern of surname-style first names. Vaden is not associated with any particular region or cultural group, and its simple, strong sound makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Vaden is likely a modern surname-turned-first-name, possibly of English origin. It may be a variant of the name Vaden, which itself could derive from a place name or a pet form of a longer name. The name has seen limited but consistent use in the United States since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Vayden
Sibling names for Vaden
Names that share Vaden's style, for a brother or sister.
