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Aiken

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Noun — A surname, originally derived from the given name Adam.

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Etymology

From a mostly Irish variant of Adkin and Atkin, diminutive forms of the name Adam.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Aiken” mean?

The word “Aiken” means a surname, originally derived from the given name Adam. In plain terms, a surname (and place name in South Carolina) derived from a nickname for Adam.

How do you pronounce “Aiken”?

“Aiken” is pronounced AY-kuhn (/ˈeɪ.kən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Aiken” in a sentence?

Here is “Aiken” used in a sentence: “Clay Aiken rose to fame after American Idol.”

What part of speech is “Aiken”?

“Aiken” is a noun.

Where does the word “Aiken” come from?

The word “Aiken” comes from Irish. From a mostly Irish variant of Adkin and Atkin, diminutive forms of the name Adam.

How many meanings does “Aiken” have?

“Aiken” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname, originally derived from the given name Adam.

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