Elden: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehld-ehn
Origin: United kingdom
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Northern Europe
Meaning: Ella

Elden is a masculine name with multiple etymologies. It originated from Old English and has been used both as a given name and a surname. The name Elden means 'Ella's hill, 'and it is also associated with the meaning 'old friend, 'derived from the Old English words 'eald'meaning "old" or "elder" and 'denu'meaning "valley. " This interpretation suggests a connection to nature and the idea of wisdom and experience gained over time. Historically, the name Elden has been associated with ancestral heritage, indicating that the family originated from a particular valley or region. Despite its decline in popularity, Elden remains a name that stands out and carries a sense of familial and historical significance.

Elden Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Elden is currently #6839 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Elden is currently #2952 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Elden is currently #3434 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Elden is currently #1510 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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