Alden vs Reece

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 #455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, ardent"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh English American

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Alden Rank #577

Reece Rank #455

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Reece more popular?

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Reece mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Alden and Reece boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Reece is primarily a boy name.