Arden: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AHR-duhn · 2 syllables
Arden means “high”, from Welsh.
Derived from the Brythonic ardu meaning "high"
- Meaning
- high
- Origin
- Welsh
- Pronunciation
- AHR-duhn
- US rank (2025)
- #975
- US babies a year
- about 442 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
How popular is Arden?
Arden was the #975 name in the US in 2025, given to 486 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #975 |
| Scotland | #892 |
| Canada | #741 |
| Australia | #600 |
How old are people named Arden?
Half of US adults named Arden are older than 37; most are between 18 and 87. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Arden
What does the name Arden mean?
Arden means “high”. It comes from Welsh.
How do you pronounce Arden?
Arden is pronounced AHR-duhn.
How popular is the name Arden?
Arden was the #975 name in the US in 2025, given to 486 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Arden?
Half of US adults named Arden are older than 37. Most are between 18 and 87.