Alden vs Peyton

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 #659 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Paega's settlement"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Alden Rank #577

Peyton Rank #659

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #659 for Peyton.

Is Alden or Peyton more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Alden and Peyton mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Alden and Peyton boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Peyton is primarily a boy name.