Avidan

Avidan is a name of Hebrew origin used as both a surname and a given name. It is found among Jewish communities and in Israel, and has also appeared in diaspora populations.

Etymology and origins are not universally agreed. In many cases, Avidan is treated as a patronymic or a modern Hebrew name formed from elements common in Hebrew naming, and it is sometimes connected to the given name Avigdor or to similar Hebrew roots. The exact formation likely reflects historical naming practices as well as modern Israeli naming trends.

Usage and distribution: The name is most commonly encountered in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. In contemporary Israel, Avidan is used as both a surname and, less frequently, as a given name for boys. Outside Israel, it appears among descendants of Hebrew-speaking communities and in places with exposure to Hebrew-language naming patterns.

Variants and transliteration: As with many names of non-Latin origin, transliteration from Hebrew can yield variation in spelling in Latin script. While the form Avidan is widely used, some records may reflect alternate spellings depending on linguistic and regional factors. The name forms part of a broader set of Hebrew names that employ similar phonetic patterns.