Alden vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Alden Rank #577

Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Raphael mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alden and Raphael boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.