Harris vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harris

Boy #1,322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Harry, home ruler"

Origin: English

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Harris Rank #1,322

Alden Rank #577

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #1322 for Harris.

Is Harris or Alden more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Harris at #1322 in the United States.

What do Harris and Alden mean?

Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Harris and Alden boy or girl names?

Harris is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.