Meaning: Its source is heidano, an Ancient Germanic name meaning "Heathen."

Popularity: The name Haden ranked 916th in popularity for males of all ages in a sample of 2000-2003 Social Security Administration statistics.

Narrative: This name is derived from the surname of the Austrian composer Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809). The music-loving people of Wales adopted its use as a personal name in his honor.