Paiden

“Variant of the name Payton, meaning 'fighting man's estate' or 'warrior's town'”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 49% boys♀ 51% girls

#13115US 2020

7Births / yr

↓Falling

248All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Paiden

PAH·ee·DEN

/ˈpɑ.iː.ˈdɛn/ · stress on PAH · 3 syllables

“Variant of the name Payton, meaning 'fighting man's estate' or 'warrior's town'”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Paiden mean and where does it come from?

Paiden is a modern creative name that derives from the more traditional name Payton. It has gained popularity in recent years, especially in the United States, as part of a trend of using surname-style names for girls. The name has no substantial historical references and is primarily used in contem

Cultural significance

Paiden has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of the name payton, meaning 'fighting man's estate' or 'warrior's town'.

Peak popularity

Reached #8801 in 2013 — currently #13115 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Paiden?

Paiden works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Paiden Grace

How popular is Paiden right now?

Falling — down 3384 spots — currently #13115 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2020#13115 · Top 9.7%

2005

2010

2015

2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#12587	7	▼ down 3384 · -42% births
2015	#9203	12	▲ up 327
2010	#9530	12	▲ up 5960 · +100% births
2005	#15490	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Paiden

Best Year2015Rank #9203

Peak Count12

Average Rank#11703

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20204 years

The story of Paiden

Paiden is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 248 total births recorded, Paiden remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15490 in 2005 to #12587 in 2020. Paiden is used for both genders: 51% female and 49% male.

Names that peaked alongside Paiden in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Paiden by decade

Paiden peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s	53
2010s ★	176
2020s	13

💎Paiden has only 248 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Paiden?

Common

PaiPaidPaidiePaidyIden

What names sound and feel like Paiden?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Paiden also consider these

Paiten

American · The meaning is

Aiden

American · little fire

Kaiden

American · A beloved name

American · From the swamp,

Common questions about the name Paiden

What does the name Paiden mean?

Paiden means "Variant of the name Payton, meaning 'fighting man's estate' or 'warrior's town'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Paiden?

Paiden is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Paiden have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Paiden?

Paiden originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Paiden?

Paiden is a three-syllable name pronounced P AA1 IY0 D EH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Paiden?

Paiden pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.