Unknown; possibly a variant of Vadin or Vane
The exact etymology of Vaden is uncertain. It may be a modern American variation of the Sanskrit name Vadin, meaning 'speaker', or a surname-derived name related to the English Vane or the French Vauban. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique but familiar-sounding name.
Less common today
Vaden isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,604 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
