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Jaydon

Boy name · 45 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jaydon: 45 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2010.

Jaydon is a modern invented name, most likely an American-style variant of the popular Jayden, itself a contemporary blend of the initial “J” with the -den ending seen in names like Aidan and Braden. Its meaning is not rooted in an ancient language, but it’s often associated with the jay bird or the green gemstone jade. While the name lacks deep historical weight, a few present-day sports figures carry it, such as American football wide receiver Jaydon Mickens. No notable places share its etymological root, but Jaydon fits neatly into the broader trend of fresh, phonetically pleasing names that gained traction in Scotland from the 2000s onward. It offers a slightly less common spelling than Jayden, giving it a distinct feel while remaining easy to pronounce and recognise.

Boy 10 of 52 years

Peak year
20107 babies
Latest (2017)
#7333 babies
Total births
45since 2005
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2010 · 7
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).