Ardan is an Irish given name, derived from the word 'ardán,' which means 'little high one.' It's a less common variant of the popular Ardán and Árdán spellings, but no less charming. Ardan has a strong, somewhat mysterious ring to it, making it a unique choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet not too unusual.
The name Ardan experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 54 births reported between 2012 and 2021. The highest number of births occurred in 2012 with 13 babies named Ardan, while the lowest was in 2018 with only 5 births. There were two periods (2016-2017 and 2020-2021) where the name's popularity seemed to dip before recovering slightly.