Alden vs Kylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #533 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Alden Rank #577

Kylan Rank #533

Kylan is more popular, ranked #533 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Kylan more popular?

Kylan is more popular, ranked #533 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Kylan mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Kylan means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alden and Kylan boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Kylan is primarily a boy name.