Alden name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 8th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old English
Usage: English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Alden a-lden
Meaning: Old and Wise Protector, Defender, Old Friend and Old
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What does Alden mean?

Chiefly used in English durable and noteworthy, Alden aimed at both sexes, meaning of Alden is "Old and Wise Protector, Defender, Old Friend or Old" is originated from Old English.

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How do I pronounce Alden?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Alden is a-lden. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., al-den.

Variants of Alden

Aldwyn, Ealdwine, Aldan

Names that rhyme with Alden

How popular is the name Alden?

Alden is common in United States where over 15933 new-borns have been given the name since 1880. At present at its peak, the moniker grabbed the 426th spot and 405 baby boys were given the name.

Moreover, the given name has been to Alden is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, its highest ever rank is 1683 (2018) in its 17 years run on England and Wales naming chart.

There are over 118 babies that have been given the name Alden in England and Wales.

Alden is a rare baby name in France however it is still in use. But Alden is a popular baby name in Philippines where every 1 in 20000 have the name.

According to our research, at least 20000 people have been bestowed Alden around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018638405596520
2017636403562222
2016664388718216
2015723340723916
2014716335619220
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Alden in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands5500
Sweden307107
Norway30507
Denmark3010

What numerology tells about Alden?

Number 3 as a personality no represents creativity, passion, extravagance, and positivity. You are daring and courageous. You don't need people to tell you that you are awesome and special because you already know. You know that without self-esteem, persistence, and passion, you are nothing. Letter A as your cornerstone reveals your creativity, dynamic life, and ambition to achieve great things in life.

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  •  Jensen - Darling Jensen is used particulary in English and Scandinavian is a gender-neutral name, Jensen means "Son of Jens" is of Scandinavian, Old Norse and Hebrew origin
  •  Evie - Acclaimed and Enduring Evie came from Old French, Hebrew and Old Greek is commonly used in Danish and Swedish, meaning of Evie is "Alive, The Enlivening or Live" is used for both sexes
  •  Norris - Customary and Conifer Norris is originated from Germanic, Norris means "Man of the North, Nurse or Northerner" which is prevalently used in Finnish, English and Swedish is used as a unisex name
  •  Ashely - Noteworthy Ashely is used particulary in English and English, Ashely means "Ash-tree Meadow or Ash Tree Clearing". Its origin is in Old English is a gender-neutral name
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Middle names for Alden

There are plenty of snowballing and prevailing middle names that fit after "Alden". Have a look at them:

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Sibling Names for Alden

Choosing the perfect name for your baby can be a daunting task. If you've decided on "Alden" as your baby's name, you may also want to consider sibling names that complement it. Here are some suggestions to help you find the ideal name for your next bundle of joy!

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Famous people named Alden

  • Alden Aaroe, broadcast journalist and announcer for WRVA
  • Alden Anderson, Republican politician from California
  • Alden B. Dow, American architect based in Midland, Michigan
  • Alden McLaughlin, Alden McNee McLaughlin Jr
  • Alden Jenks, American composer
  • Alden Carter, American writer primarily
  • Alden Nowlan, Canadian poet, novelist, and playwright
  • Alden Partridge, American author, legislator, officer, surveyor
  • Alden W. Clausen, was President of the World Bank from 1981 to 1986
  • Alden Partridge Colvocoresses, helped to develop the Space-oblique Mercator projection with John P. Snyder and John Junkins
  • Alden Knipe, American football player and coach
  • Alden Penner, Canadian musician and producer best
  • Alden Whitman, American journalist
  • Alden Thompson, Seventh-day Adventist Christian theologian
  • Alden Roche, former defensive end
  • Alden G. Barber, long-serving professional Scouter for the Boy Scouts of America
  • Alden Sanborn, American rower
  • Alden Richards Richard Reyes Faulkerson, Jr. GMA.He became known in several television series, mainly in dramas such as Alakdana, Tween Hearts, One True Love, Carmela, The Road and also in two segments of two television programs of variety shows like "Kalyeserye"
  • Alden Brooks is writer of movie Exquisite Sinner
  • Alden Ehrenreich portrayed key character of Ethan Wate in 2013 drama and fantasy flick Beautiful Creatures.

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