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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Old friend (from Ealdwine: eald 'old' + wine 'friend')
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AWL-den
Alden is an Old English name meaning "old friend," formed from eald ("old") and wine ("friend"). It's pronounced AWL-den, and its vintage, timeless, classic character is backed by Social Security records going all the way back to 1880.
Meaning & Origin of Alden
Meaning: Old friend (from Ealdwine: eald 'old' + wine 'friend').
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Alden
AWL-denIPA /ˈɔːldən/
Popularity of Alden
Alden hit its peak popularity in 1911, ranking #426 with 46 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it ranked #576, with 492 babies given the name.
Names Like Alden
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FAQ
What does the name Alden mean?
Old friend (from Ealdwine: eald ‘old’ + wine ‘friend’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Alden?
Alden is pronounced AWL-den (IPA: /ˈɔːldən/).
Is Alden a popular name right now?
Alden peaked at #426 in 1911 and is ranked #576 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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