Alden

Boy's name

Alden is of Old English origin, meaning "old friend" or "old wise protector." It is derived from the words "ald" (old) and "wine" (friend).

Meaning Old friend
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 492
Peak year 2024

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Alden Ehrenreich - Actor, known for "Solo: A Star Wars Story."
  • Alden Richards - Filipino actor and singer.
  • Alden Partridge - Founder of Norwich University.
  • Alden Nowlan - Canadian poet and playwright.
  • Alden Penner - Musician, member of The Unicorns.
  • Alden Roche - American football player.
  • Alden Dow - Architect known for modernist designs.
  • Alden W. Clausen - Former World Bank President.
  • Alden B. Dow - Architect known for Midwestern modernism.
  • Alden Barber - Former President of the University of Maine.

Brothers for Alden

Boy names closely related to Alden

Desmond Malcolm Ronan Forest Arthur Westley Cassius Wesley

Sisters for Alden

Girl names closely related to Alden

Lyra Isla Juniper Olive Phoebe Florence June Matilda

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Alden

Alvin Alvina Elvin

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