Aden
Aden is a Muslim boy name meaning “Eden; lasting abode; the city of Aden”.
| Meaning | Eden; lasting abode; the city of Aden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عدن |
| Pronunciation | AH-den |
| Arabic root | ع د ن (ʿ-d-n) — to settle, to dwell permanently |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aden
Aden can be read as the Arabic ʿAdn, the word used in the Quranic phrase jannāt ʿAdn, 'gardens of Eden' or 'gardens of perpetual residence'. It is also the name of the Yemeni port city ʿAdan. In English-speaking countries Aden is sometimes used as a variant of the Irish name Aidan, which is unrelated.
Is Aden a Muslim name?
Yes, when used in the sense of ʿAdn it has an Islamic meaning tied to Paradise. Some Muslim parents prefer it for that connection.
Is Aden in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran's description of Paradise: 'pleasant dwellings in gardens of perpetual residence (ʿAdn)' (Quran 9:72).
Where is the name Aden used?
Used by Muslim families in the West and in Somalia, where Aden (Aadan) is also a form of Adam.
Gifts with the name Aden
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Spellings and variants of Aden
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aden mean?
Aden means 'Eden; lasting abode; the city of Aden'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Aden a Muslim name?
Yes, when used in the sense of ʿAdn it has an Islamic meaning tied to Paradise. Some Muslim parents prefer it for that connection.
How do you write Aden in Arabic?
Aden is written عدن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aden?
Aden is pronounced AH-den.
Is Aden mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran's description of Paradise: 'pleasant dwellings in gardens of perpetual residence (ʿAdn)' (Quran 9:72).