Jayden
UnisexEnglish · English /ˈdʒeɪdən/, with the first syllable stressed.
Jayden is a modern English name with a crisp opening and relaxed ending; its often-quoted Hebrew meaning needs qualification.
Origin
English
Pronunciation
English /ˈdʒeɪdən/, with the first syllable stressed.
A modern formation without one certain literal meaning.
Jayden is a modern English name used for boys and girls, related to the spelling Jaden. It is sometimes linked with the biblical name Jadon, but that connection is uncertain, and Jadon’s own meaning is disputed. ‘Thankful’ is therefore a possible association, not a settled translation of Jayden. Much of Jayden’s appeal can lie in the sound itself. The stressed opening is bright and distinct, while the unstressed ending softens it. The written ‘ay’ makes that long opening vowel visible, giving the name a clear, contemporary look as well as a buoyant rhythm.
Etymology: Jayden is a modern English variant of Jaden. Its occasional connection with biblical Jadon does not establish a single Hebrew meaning.
Spelling table
Code
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Braille
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Name popularity
Latest year: 2025
Boys
Rank70
Girls
Rank2,668
Source
SSA records cover Social Security card applications, not every US birth. Names with fewer than 5 occurrences are omitted; gaps do not mean zero. Spellings are kept separate, except that SSA removes spaces and hyphens. Equal counts are ranked alphabetically. Ranks are calculated separately for boys and girls.
Origin
English