Arden
boy name#1005 in 2025Arden entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #466 in 1934, ranks #1005 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1881–2025
#1005
rank today
#466
peak (1934)
225
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #915 |
| 1890s | #899 |
| 1900s | #923 |
| 1910s | #637 |
| 1920s | #582 |
| 1930s | #513 |
| 1940s | #652 |
| 1950s | #883 |
| 1960s | #1250 |
| 1970s | #2079 |
| 1980s | #2888 |
| 1990s | #3200 |
| 2000s | #2291 |
| 2010s | #1716 |
| 2020s | #1096 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Arden has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 4,800 people named Arden are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arden alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arden in 2025?
- Arden ranks #1005 among US boy names in 2025, with 225 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arden most popular?
- Arden peaked in 1934, reaching #466 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Arden with classmates?
- Arden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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