Alden vs Keith

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 #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Scottish English American Australian

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Alden Rank #577

Keith Rank #758

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #758 for Keith.

Is Alden or Keith more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Alden and Keith mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Alden and Keith boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.