Heather-covered hill or hay valley
Haden is an English surname-turned-given name. It likely derives from Old English words for a hill covered in heather or a valley used for hay production. While often confused with the more popular Hayden, Haden maintains a distinct, leaner spelling.
Less common today
Haden isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #771 in 2003.
Texas settler and land speculator
Professional baseball player
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).