Arden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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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"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɑːrdən/

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Origin

Old English

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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.

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Meaning

great forest, high place

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Language Evolution

Old English: Eard, Middle English: Arden, Modern English: Arden

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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.

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Variants & Derivatives

Ardyn, Ardina, Arda

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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.

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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
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.