Alden vs Forest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #725 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest; woodland"

Origin: Old French

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Alden Rank #577

Forest Rank #725

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #725 for Forest.

Is Alden or Forest more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Forest at #725 in the United States.

What do Alden and Forest mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Forest means "of the forest; woodland" (Old French origin).

Are Alden and Forest boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Forest is primarily a boy name.