Raeden

“A modern name possibly derived from 'Raiden', meaning 'thunder and lightning'” — Associated with strength and power

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 69% boys♀ 31% girls

#6431US 2023

14Births / yr

↓Falling

278All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Raeden mean and where does it come from?

Raeden is a contemporary name that appears to have emerged in modern naming practices in the United States. It's often associated with strength and power, reminiscent of the Japanese god Raijin, who is associated with thunder. Raeden is part of a trend where traditional or mythological names are ada

Cultural significance

Raeden has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern name possibly derived from 'raiden', meaning 'thunder and lightning'.

Peak popularity

Reached #11717 in 2005 — currently #6431 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Raeden?

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

Raeden Grace

How popular is Raeden right now?

Falling — down 1456 spots — currently #6431 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#6431 · Top 4.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6431	14	▼ down 1456 · -30% births
2022	#4975	20	▲ up 1288 · +43% births
2021	#6263	14	▲ up 7978 · +133% births
2020	#14241	6	▲ up 1319
2015	#15560	6	▲ up 2970 · +20% births
2010	#18530	5	▼ down 6813 · -44% births
2005	#11717	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Raeden

Best Year2022Rank #4975

Peak Count20

Average Rank#11102

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Raeden

Raeden is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 278 total births recorded, Raeden remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11717 in 2005 to #6431 in 2023. Raeden is used for both genders: 31% female and 69% male.

Names that peaked alongside Raeden in 2005:

Emily Emma Madison Abigail Olivia

Raeden by decade

Raeden peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	99
2010s ★	155
2020s	24

💎Raeden has only 278 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Raeden?

Common

RaeRaedRaedieRaedyEden

What names sound and feel like Raeden?

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

American · Ewe; little lamb

American · Gift of God

Haeden

American · Variant of Hayden,

Baeden

American · A modern name

Common questions about the name Raeden

What does the name Raeden mean?

Raeden means "A modern name possibly derived from 'Raiden', meaning 'thunder and lightning'" — 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 Raeden?

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

What is the cultural origin of Raeden?

Raeden 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.

Is Raeden trending right now?

Raeden is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Raeden a common or rare name?

Raeden is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.