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Jayden
UnisexHebrew origin · /JAY-den/ · modern
Meaning: Thankful, God has heard.
Popularity 98/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Jayden is one of the most common baby names (popularity 98/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Jayden is a modern name derived from the Hebrew name Jadon, meaning 'thankful' or 'God has heard.' It gained prominence in the early 2000s, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of the trend of '-ayden' suffix names (e.g., Aiden, Brayden). While Jadon appears in the Bible (Nehemiah 3:7), the spelling 'Jayden' is a recent innovation. Its popularity soared due to its smooth pronunciation and adaptable unisex usage, making it a staple in modern baby naming.
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