Alden vs Mack

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 #499 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Alden Rank #577

Mack Rank #499

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Mack more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Mack mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alden and Mack boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.