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Elyan

The formal definition is 'little fire,' derived from the Gaelic name Aodhán. This name carries a vibrant and spirited personality, suggesting a person with a warm, energetic soul and a creative spark that naturally draws others in.

Key Stats

Total births383
GenderMale (20% / 80%)
Peak year2023
Peak generationGen A
First recorded2000
Most recent2025
Syllables3
OriginIrish, English
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

⚡ Modern Favorite

Top States

TX — 46%CA — 31%NY — 15%FL — 8%AK — 0%

Notable People

Aidan Quinn (Actor in 'Practical Magic') · Aidan Gillen (Actor in 'Game of Thrones') · Aidan Turner (Actor in 'Poldark') · Aidan Chambers (Author of 'Postcards from No Man's Land') · Aidan Gould (Actor in 'The Secret Life of Leonardo da Vinci')

Nicknames & Diminutives

AdeDenDenny

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