Alden vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Alden Rank #577

Phillip Rank #627

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #627 for Phillip.

Is Alden or Phillip more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Alden and Phillip mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Alden and Phillip boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.