Arden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arden has its origins in Old English, meaning 'great forest' or 'high place.' Its language path includes evolution from Old English to Modern English. The name reflects traits of nature and tranquility. There is no biblical relevance associated with Arden. It gained popularity in the 19th century and remains a unique and elegant choice for parents today.
The name Arden is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 612th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 553rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 907th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1813th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3041st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2270th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1326th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6300th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1259th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2271st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4920th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3160th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1416th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1049th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arden"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrdən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Arden is derived from the Old English word 'eard,' meaning 'great forest' or 'high.' It may also be linked to a Celtic origin related to a place name.
Meaning
great forest, high place
Language Evolution
Old English: Eard, Middle English: Arden, Modern English: Arden
Historical Usage
The name Arden gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England, partly due to its association with literary works and romanticized landscapes.
Variants & Derivatives
Ardyn, Ardina, Arda
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Arden is perceived as a nature-inspired name, often associated with tranquility and elegance. It has a modern yet classic feel, appealing to parents seeking unique names.
Famous People
Arden Myrin, an American actress and comedian, Arden Cho, an American actress and singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arden"
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 "Arden"
"Arden" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 612th of 7545 | 1,694 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 553rd of 6773 | 2,111 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 907th of 7552 | 1,280 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1813th of 10718 | 398 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3041st of 16616 | 301 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2270th of 24088 | 825 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1326th of 23106 | 1,675 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6300th of 9107 | 25 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1259th of 9204 | 659 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2271st of 12526 | 451 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4920th of 19264 | 176 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3160th of 27321 | 522 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1416th of 35406 | 2,398 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1049th of 30306 | 3,022 |
Regional Popularity of "Arden" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
25.49% 361st/1416 |
43.94% 606th/1379 |
48.35% 1144th/2366 |
52.63% 601st/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
21.28% 329th/1546 |
33.29% 518th/1556 |
49.55% 1166th/2353 |
45.57% 705th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
28.74% 640th/2227 |
36.79% 894th/2430 |
57.76% 1648th/2853 |
40.76% 1131st/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.30% 2259th/3685 |
51.26% 2294th/4475 |
- |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
41.91% 3065th/7313 |
24.44% 1824th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.22% 1244th/3984 |
28.04% 1258th/4487 |
23.01% 1570th/6822 |
18.18% 1141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Arden" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
62.87% 972nd/1546 |
55.78% 868th/1556 |
- |
54.10% 837th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
72.51% 1762nd/2430 |
- |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
61.39% 2747th/4475 |
58.55% 3041st/5194 |
59.54% 3761st/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.95% 1739th/4582 |
21.26% 1098th/5164 |
17.90% 1309th/7313 |
25.28% 1887th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.04% 1157th/3984 |
19.68% 883rd/4487 |
14.32% 977th/6822 |
17.80% 1117th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arden" 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.