Keith vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Scottish English American Australian

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Keith Rank #758

Alden Rank #577

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #758 for Keith.

Is Keith or Alden more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Alden mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Keith and Alden boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.