Ward vs Layden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #3,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"meadow valley, low ground"

Origin: Old English

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Ward Rank #3,309

Layden Rank #3,272

Layden is more popular, ranked #3272 vs #3309 for Ward.

Is Ward or Layden more popular?

Layden is more popular, ranked #3272 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Layden mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Layden means "meadow valley, low ground" (Old English origin).

Are Ward and Layden boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Layden is primarily a boy name.