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Gordon vs Arden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gordon

Boy #1,090 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great fort, spacious hill"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,090
Total SSA Count
199
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gordon Rank #1,090
Arden Rank #946

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #1090 for Gordon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gordon or Arden more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Gordon at #1090 in the United States.

What do Gordon and Arden mean?

Gordon means "great fort, spacious hill" (Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic origin). Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Gordon and Arden boy or girl names?

Gordon is primarily a boy name. Arden is primarily a boy name.

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