Alden vs Aidan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #312 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Irish Scottish English American

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Alden Rank #577

Aidan Rank #312

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Aidan more popular?

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Aidan mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Alden and Aidan boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Aidan is primarily a boy name.