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Arden vs Cayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arden

Boy #946 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great forest, eagle valley"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#946
Total SSA Count
242
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arden Rank #946
Cayden Rank #5,629

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #5629 for Cayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arden or Cayden more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Cayden at #5629 in the United States.

What do Arden and Cayden mean?

Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin). Cayden means "spirit of battle" (Welsh/Scottish (Cadan) origin).

Are Arden and Cayden boy or girl names?

Arden is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a girl name.

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