Arden
Arden is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
High land or valley of the eagle.
Origin and history
Arden is a habitational name derived from several place names in England, most famously the Forest of Arden in Warwickshire. The place name stems from a Celtic root meaning high land or valley. While used historically for both boys and girls, it remains a soft and stylish modern choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
8,567 babies in the United States have been named Arden since 1880. It ranks #1305 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1001.
States where it is most popular
- WI (10.8 %)
- MN (10.4 %)
- MI (10.3 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- PA (10 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 15 |
| 1890-1900 | 41 |
| 1900-1910 | 66 |
| 1910-1920 | 681 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,159 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,266 |
| 1940-1950 | 981 |
| 1950-1960 | 688 |
| 1960-1970 | 402 |
| 1970-1980 | 224 |
| 1980-1990 | 176 |
| 1990-2000 | 221 |
| 2000-2010 | 538 |
| 2010-2019 | 942 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,167 |
Famous people named Arden
- Arden Myrin: Actress, Comedian
Fun facts
- The Forest of Arden serves as the magical setting for William Shakespeare's comedy As You Like It.
- It originates from various English place names associated with ancient woodlands.