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Jayden

“modern coinage; possibly from biblical Jadon”

About the name Jayden

Jayden is a modern American coinage formed from Jay with the -den ending found in names such as Braden and Hayden. It may also have been influenced by Jadon, a minor figure in the Book of Nehemiah whose Hebrew name is usually explained as ‘he will judge’ or ‘thankful’. The name has no established Arabic origin. The spelling Jaden is borne by the actor Jaden Smith, son of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith.

Meaning
modern coinage; possibly from biblical Jadon
Origin
Modern American
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
JAY-den(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Jaden
  • Jaiden
  • Jaydon
  • Jaidan

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Middle names for Jayden

  • Jayden Michael
  • Jayden Alexander
  • Jayden James
  • Jayden David
  • Jayden Thomas

Questions about Jayden

What does Jayden mean?
Jayden is a Modern American name meaning "modern coinage; possibly from biblical Jadon".
How do you pronounce Jayden?
Jayden is pronounced JAY-den, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Jayden?
Variants of Jayden include Jaden, Jaiden, Jaydon, Jaidan.

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