Aydin
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Aydin
While it looks like a creative respelling of the ubiquitous Aidan, Aydin has Turkish roots and means "intelligent." While there will most certainly be issues with spelling, those attracted to the Turkish lineage can be assured of a smooth path to assimilation due to the current popularity of soundalike names. The name is spelled with an ı (dotless i) in Turkish.
Aydin for girls
Aydin is a feminine name with Turkish origins, though it's used for both genders in different cultures. The name means 'enlightened' or 'bright' in Turkish, conveying intelligence and clarity. In Turkish culture, it's traditionally more common as a masculine name but has gained popularity internationally as a feminine option. Aydin has appealing modern sounds with its flowing vowels and soft consonants. The name has gained modest popularity in Western countries due to its accessible pronunciation and meaningful definition. Many parents are drawn to Aydin for its cross-cultural appeal, contemporary feel, and positive associations with intelligence and illumination.
Pronounced AY-din.
As of October 2026, Aydin ranked #1315 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #629 in 2008.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #741 | 321 | 167.1 |
| 2015 | #802 | 288 | 150.3 |
| 2016 | #818 | 280 | 147.5 |
| 2017 | #855 | 255 | 137.8 |
| 2018 | #863 | 254 | 139.9 |
| 2019 | #826 | 273 | 152.2 |
| 2020 | #869 | 259 | 150.1 |
| 2021 | #897 | 256 | 146.3 |
| 2022 | #1,130 | 186 | 106.5 |
| 2023 | #1,172 | 175 | 102.3 |
| 2024 | #1,218 | 165 | 95.8 |
| 2025 | #1,315 | 147 | 86.1 |
World rankings
Aydin for boys
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