Rare modern creation, possibly meaning little Tad or heart
Tadan is a contemporary American name likely formed as a rhythmic variation of names like Taden or Tadhg. It is often interpreted as a diminutive of Thaddeus, which means 'heart' or 'courageous,' though it lacks a singular ancient etymology.
Less common today
Tadan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,019 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
