Little fire or fighter
Xaden is a modern American invention, likely created as a rhyming variant of popular names like Jaden and Hayden. It is often associated with the name Aidan, meaning 'little fire' in Gaelic, or interpreted as a variation of Zade. The name has gained significant visibility recently due to its use in popular contemporary fantasy literature.
Less common today
Xaden isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,420 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A powerful dragon rider and love interest · Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
