Collin vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Collin

Boy #490 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"young creature, cub"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Collin Rank #490

Alden Rank #577

Collin is more popular, ranked #490 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Collin or Alden more popular?

Collin is more popular, ranked #490 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Collin and Alden mean?

Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Collin and Alden boy or girl names?

Collin is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.