Arden vs Harold

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

Popularity Comparison

Arden Rank #946
Harold Rank #991

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arden or Harold more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Arden and Harold mean?

Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Arden and Harold boy or girl names?

Arden is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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