Auden
Auden is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Old friend.
Origin and history
Auden is an English name derived from the Old English name Ealdwine, meaning 'old friend'. Historically associated with the celebrated poet W. H. Auden, it transitioned into a unisex given name in modern times. In the United States, it has seen steady usage for boys in recent years as a literary and contemporary choice.
Popularity in the United States
1,887 babies in the United States have been named Auden since 1880. It ranks #2956 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1367.
States where it is most popular
- TX (37.4 %)
- CA (15 %)
- IL (8.4 %)
- NY (7.5 %)
- PA (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 80 |
| 2000-2010 | 356 |
| 2010-2019 | 863 |
| 2020-2029 | 576 |
Fun facts
- The name gained popular interest due to the prominent Anglo-American poet W. H. Auden.
- It derives from the Old English elements 'eald' (old) and 'wine' (friend).