Gladden
Pronunciation: [ gl-AD-uhn ]
Gladden is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,801 in the US, popular nicknames include Gla, Gly, and Glaie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,801
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Gladden
Gladden is a boy name .
Gladden is currently ranked #38,801 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gladden include Gla, Gly, Glaie, and Gladie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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