UK boy's name
Aeden
A masculine name of Scottish origin meaning "little fire".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aeden is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aeden popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 5 births.
This profile covers 27 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2000 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 27 living people in the UK are called Aeden. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aeden ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 5 boys were registered as Aeden.
- • About 27 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aeden as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
5 births
Estimated living
27
2026
Meaning
What does Aeden mean?
The name Aeden has its origins in the Gaelic language and culture, dating back to the medieval period in Ireland and Scotland. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic word "aodh," which means "fire" or "bale-fire." The name is also sometimes spelled as "Aidan" or "Aedan," reflecting its roots in the Celtic linguistic tradition.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the medieval Irish annals, where it appears as the name of several early Christian saints and scholars. For example, Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne (died 651 CE) was an Irish monk who played a significant role in spreading Christianity among the Anglo-Saxons in northern England.
In the 9th century, the name gained prominence through Aedh Finnliath, who was the High King of Ireland from 862 to 879 CE. He was known for his military campaigns against the Vikings and his efforts to unite the various kingdoms of Ireland under his rule.
During the Middle Ages, the name was also associated with several Scottish kings and nobles. One notable figure was Aedh, Earl of Moray (died 1171 CE), a powerful Scottish nobleman who played a significant role in the power struggles between the Scottish monarchs and the Norman nobility.
In more recent times, the name has been borne by several notable individuals, including:
1. Aeden W. Tressault (1905-1996), an American engineer and inventor who contributed to the development of early computing technologies.
2. Aeden O'Kelly (1920-2009), an Irish actor and playwright known for his work in theater and television.
3. Aeden Gillen (born 1968), an Irish actor best known for his roles in popular TV shows like "Game of Thrones" and "Peaky Blinders."
4. Aeden Byrnes (born 1982), an Australian rules footballer who played for several teams in the Australian Football League (AFL).
5. Aeden O'Connor (born 1987), an Irish professional golfer who has competed on various tours around the world.
The name Aeden continues to be used in various parts of the world, particularly in Ireland, Scotland, and other regions with Celtic cultural influences. Its rich history and associations with notable figures from the past have contributed to its enduring appeal and popularity.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aeden over time
The chart below shows babies named Aeden registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aeden, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aeden by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aeden was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4351 | 21 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3344 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Aeden
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Aeden: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aeden in the UK right now?
In 2019, Aeden was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aeden most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 5 babies registered as Aeden in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aeden?
A masculine name of Scottish origin meaning "little fire".
How many people are called Aeden in the UK?
A total of 27 babies have been registered as Aeden across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.