Haiden
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Haiden
This play on Hayden is likely influenced by the popularity of the Aiden names. It has appeared in the US Top 1000 for eight of the past twelve years.
Haiden for girls#4215 US
Haiden is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variant of Hayden, which originated as an English surname meaning 'hay valley' or 'hay hill.' While traditionally more common for boys, Haiden has gained traction as a girls' name, representing the contemporary trend toward gender-neutral naming. The spelling with 'i' rather than 'y' gives it a softer, more feminine appearance while maintaining its modern sound. As a feminine choice, Haiden projects a blend of strength and elegance with its balanced sounds. The name fits well within the popular category of surnames-turned-first-names and two-syllable names ending in 'n' that have dominated naming trends since the early 2000s. Parents might choose this spelling for its contemporary feel while appreciating its English heritage.
Pronounced HAY-den.
As of October 2026, Haiden ranked #1306 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #778 in 2008.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,165 | 162 | #2,856 | 60 |
| 2015 | #986 | 209 | #2,483 | 73 |
| 2016 | #1,112 | 176 | #2,985 | 56 |
| 2017 | #1,239 | 148 | #2,846 | 59 |
| 2018 | #1,362 | 130 | #3,412 | 46 |
| 2019 | #1,552 | 108 | #3,473 | 45 |
| 2020 | #1,623 | 99 | #3,954 | 36 |
| 2021 | #1,547 | 113 | #3,958 | 37 |
| 2022 | #1,599 | 110 | #3,844 | 39 |
| 2023 | #1,371 | 136 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | #1,329 | 144 | #4,219 | 34 |
| 2025 | #1,306 | 149 | #4,215 | 34 |
World rankings
Haiden for boys
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