Eden
Eden is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Place of pleasure, delight, or paradise.
Origin and history
Eden is a place name of Hebrew origin meaning 'place of pleasure' or 'delight'. Though traditionally used for females in the U.S., it has seen growing popularity as a masculine name in recent years. It holds strong biblical resonance as the earthly paradise created by God.
Popularity in the United States
10,966 babies in the United States have been named Eden since 1880. It ranks #1138 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #462.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.1 %)
- TX (19.5 %)
- NY (7.1 %)
- FL (5 %)
- AZ (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 7 |
| 1920-1930 | 20 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 44 |
| 1950-1960 | 37 |
| 1960-1970 | 106 |
| 1970-1980 | 121 |
| 1980-1990 | 220 |
| 1990-2000 | 434 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,445 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,630 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,897 |
Famous people named Eden
- Eden Hazard: Athlete, Footballer
Fun facts
- Derived from the Hebrew word 'eden', which translates to delight or luxury.
- While historically more popular for girls, Eden has risen into the top 500 names for U.S. boys in recent years.