Royden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Royden originates from Old English, meaning 'valley clearing'. It has evolved through historical forms in the English language. The name reflects traits of nature and serenity, and it does not have a direct biblical relevance. Royden gained popularity more recently as a first name, and it is considered unique and traditional today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Royden"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɔɪdən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Royden is derived from the Old English elements 'royd' meaning 'clearing' or 'wood' and 'denu' meaning 'valley'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'valley clearing'.
Meaning
valley clearing
Language Evolution
Old English: Royden, Middle English: Royden, Modern English: Royden
Historical Usage
Royden has been used as a surname and given name since the Middle Ages, but it gained more popularity as a first name in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Roy, Roid, Roden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Royden is perceived as a unique and traditional name, often associated with strength and nature.
Famous People
Royden M. Smith, American mathematician, Royden M. Wyeth, notable figure in the field of architecture
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 21 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
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 "Royden"
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 "Royden"
"Royden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2156th of 7545 | 225 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2174th of 6773 | 215 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2815th of 7552 | 162 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3869th of 10718 | 114 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7855th of 16616 | 61 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12454th of 24088 | 52 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12559th of 23106 | 45 |
Regional Popularity of "Royden" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
80.13% 1105th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Royden" 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 "Royden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Royden" 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 "Royden" in the United States
The name Royden is most popular in Hawaii, 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, Royden has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Royden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2156th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2174th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2815th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3869th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7855th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12454th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12559th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Royden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.