UK name, mostly boys
Jaeden
A masculine name of Native American origin meaning "young bear".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jaeden is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Jaeden popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 29 births.
This profile covers 282 England and Wales registrations across 23 recorded years from 1998 to 2024. 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 17% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 280 living people in the UK are called Jaeden. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jaeden ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 29 boys were registered as Jaeden.
- • About 280 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jaeden as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 97.2% of Jaeden registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3688
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2011
29 births
Estimated living
280
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Jaeden
In England and Wales birth records, Jaeden has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 97.2% of registrations are for boys and 2.8% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Jaeden registered for boys
- Ranked #3,688 in 2024
- 5 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2011 (29 births)
Jaeden registered for girls
- Ranked #4,764 in 2011
- 4 girls registered in 2011
- Peak: 2008 (4 births)
Meaning
What does Jaeden mean?
The name Jaeden is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its origins, however, can be traced back to various cultures and languages.
One potential origin of the name Jaeden is the Hebrew word "Yadin," which means "he will judge." This connection suggests that the name may have been derived from a biblical or religious context. Additionally, some sources link the name to the Arabic word "Jadi," meaning "new" or "modern," reflecting its contemporary appeal.
Another theory suggests that Jaeden is a variant of the name Jayden, which is believed to be a combination of the names Jay and Aiden. Jay can be traced back to the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "supplanter," while Aiden is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic word "aodh," meaning "fire."
While the name Jaeden does not have a long historical record, there are a few notable individuals who have borne this name throughout the past century. One of the earliest recorded instances is Jaeden Ziff, an American actor born in 1998, known for his roles in various television shows and films.
Another individual with this name is Jaeden Martell, an American actor born in 2003, who gained recognition for his performances in movies such as "St. Vincent," "Knives Out," and the remake of "It" and its sequel.
Jaeden Woodruff, an American football player born in 1994, played as a wide receiver for various college teams, including the University of Toledo and the University of Southern Mississippi.
Jaeden Amadore Oberst, born in 2003, is a Canadian child actor known for his roles in television series like "The Haunting of Bly Manor" and "Titans."
Jaeden Lieberher, an American actor born in 2003, gained recognition for his portrayal of Bill Denbrough in the 2017 film adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
It is worth noting that while the name Jaeden has become more prevalent in recent years, its usage and popularity may vary across different regions and cultures. As with many modern names, its acceptance and longevity in the naming tradition remain to be seen as cultural and societal trends evolve over time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jaeden over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Jaeden in England and Wales, from 1998 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jaeden, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 29 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaeden by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jaeden 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3363 | 22 | 4 |
| 2010s | #2200 | 107 | 8 |
| 2000s | #1349 | 149 | 10 |
| 1990s | #2419 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Jaeden
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Jaeden: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jaeden in the UK right now?
In 2024, Jaeden was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Jaeden most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 29 babies registered as Jaeden in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jaeden?
A masculine name of Native American origin meaning "young bear".
How many people are called Jaeden in the UK?
A total of 282 babies have been registered as Jaeden across the 23 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.