Aden vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aden

Boy #1,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Aden Rank #1,001

Alden Rank #577

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #1001 for Aden.

Is Aden or Alden more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Aden at #1001 in the United States.

What do Aden and Alden mean?

Aden means "little fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Aden and Alden boy or girl names?

Aden is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.