Alden vs Amelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#577
Total SSA Count
492
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Al

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alden Rank #577
Amelia Rank #3

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #577 for Alden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alden ___

  • Alden James
  • Alden Thomas
  • Alden Cole
  • Alden Reid
  • Alden Grey
  • Alden Brooks

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alden

Thea Rowan Fletcher Piper Gus

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alden or Amelia more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Amelia mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin).

Are Alden and Amelia boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Amelia is primarily a girl name.

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