Alden vs Benson

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 #436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Benedict/Benjamin"

Origin: English

English American

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Alden Rank #577

Benson Rank #436

Benson is more popular, ranked #436 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Benson more popular?

Benson is more popular, ranked #436 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Benson mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Benson means "son of Benedict/Benjamin" (English origin).

Are Alden and Benson boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Benson is primarily a boy name.