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Sutton vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sutton Rank #442
Alden Rank #577

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 vs #577 for Alden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sutton or Alden more popular?

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Sutton and Alden mean?

Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Sutton and Alden boy or girl names?

Sutton is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.

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