What is the origin of the name Aodhan?

Aodhan is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Aodhan?

Aodhan is currently ranked #9943 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

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BoyIrish

Aodhan

AY-dawn

Popularity

#9943

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

303

Peak Year

#25 in 2004

First Recorded

1990

Style

Vintage, Nature-Inspired

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Aodhan is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic word 'Aodhán', meaning 'little fire' or 'fiery'. It's associated with passion and energy.

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Aod Dan

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Aod Dan

Spelling Variations

Aidan Ayden

Similar Names

Ronan Liam Declan Finnian

Personality Traits

PassionateEnergeticBraveCreative

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