Stephen vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Stephen Rank #378

Alden Rank #577

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Stephen or Alden more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Alden mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Stephen and Alden boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.