Alden vs Forrest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Alden Rank #577

Forrest Rank #408

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Forrest more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Forrest mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Alden and Forrest boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.