Nayden is of Bulgarian origin, derived from the Slavic name Naiden, which means "to rejoice" or "feast". It is pronounced as NAY-den. This name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Bulgaria and other Eastern European countries, but it is still relatively uncommon elsewhere. Nayden is a unique choice for parents looking for an exotic yet approachable first name for their child.
The name Nayden experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks of 15 births in both 2012 and 2016, and a recent decline to 6 births in 2021 after a peak of 14 in 2020. The total number of births with the name Nayden between 2007 and 2023 is 187.