Golden
Golden is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Made of gold, bright, or precious like the metal.
Origin and history
Golden is an English vocabulary name derived from the Old English word for the precious yellow metal. Originally used as a nickname or descriptive surname, it developed into a given name in the United States. It remains a rare choice but has seen modest, steady usage for both girls and boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,292 babies in the United States have been named Golden since 1880. It ranks #3678 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1844.
States where it is most popular
- KY (36.2 %)
- TX (18.4 %)
- CA (14.3 %)
- LA (4.8 %)
- GA (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 58 |
| 1890-1900 | 165 |
| 1900-1910 | 225 |
| 1910-1920 | 404 |
| 1920-1930 | 363 |
| 1930-1940 | 156 |
| 1940-1950 | 110 |
| 1950-1960 | 67 |
| 1960-1970 | 54 |
| 1970-1980 | 41 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 27 |
| 2000-2010 | 82 |
| 2010-2019 | 198 |
| 2020-2029 | 257 |
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Old English word 'gylden', describing objects made of or resembling gold.
- Golden fits into the contemporary trend of using precious metals, gems, and nature-inspired words as given names.