Ogden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ogden is an Old English name meaning 'valley of the oaks'. It has evolved from the Old English 'Ogdun' and has historical roots in both English and Norse languages. The name is associated with nature and retains a classic appeal. There are no significant biblical connections. It gained popularity in the 19th century, and today, it is viewed as a traditional yet unique name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ogden"
Pronunciation
/ˈɒɡdən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Ogden is derived from Old English elements 'oc', meaning 'oak', and 'denu', meaning 'valley'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'valley of the oaks'.
Meaning
valley of the oaks
Language Evolution
Ogden (modern English), Ogdun (Old English), Ogdun (Old Norse)
Historical Usage
The name Ogden gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England and later in America, as a surname that transitioned into a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Og, Denny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ogden is perceived as a traditional and somewhat unique name. It retains a classic charm and is often associated with nature due to its meaning.
Famous People
Ogden Nash (American poet), Ogden Minton (American lawyer)
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Ogden Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1917
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 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 "Ogden"
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 "Ogden"
"Ogden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1796th of 7545 | 295 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2597th of 6773 | 159 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3824th of 7552 | 80 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10571st of 24088 | 76 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6467th of 23106 | 155 |
Regional Popularity of "Ogden" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
86.58% 1194th/1379 |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ogden" 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 "Ogden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ogden" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ogden" in the United States
The name Ogden is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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. From 2020-2022, Ogden has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Ogden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1796th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2597th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3824th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10571st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6467th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ogden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.