Aldon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aldon is an Old English name meaning 'wise old hill', originating from the elements 'ald' and 'dun'. Its historical forms include Aldun and Aldan. The name carries traits of strength and wisdom, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and is currently viewed as unique and classic.
The name Aldon is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aldon has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aldon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1692nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1671st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2233rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3610th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4924th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6116th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4952nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aldon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aldon"
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.dən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Aldon is derived from the Old English elements 'ald', meaning 'old' or 'wise', and 'dun', meaning 'hill' or 'mountain'.
Meaning
wise old hill
Language Evolution
Aldun, Aldon, Aldan
Historical Usage
The name Aldon gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and has been used in various cultures since.
Variants & Derivatives
Alden, Aldin, Al
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aldon is perceived as a unique and classic name, often associated with strength and wisdom.
Famous People
Aldon Smith, an American football player., Aldon H. W. Kahn, a notable composer.
📊 Aldon Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 30 peak births in 1929
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aldon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aldon"
"Aldon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1692nd of 7545 | 321 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1671st of 6773 | 330 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2233rd of 7552 | 251 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3610th of 10718 | 130 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4924th of 16616 | 148 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6116th of 24088 | 193 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4952nd of 23106 | 231 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aldon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aldon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.