Declining since 2011, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Anden since 1982
Babies named Anden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 339 |
| 2010s | 315 |
| 2020s | 57 |
Meaning & origin
Anden is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1982. Its origin is uncertain, but it may be a variant of Andon or a creative respelling of names like Aden. The name reached its peak popularity in 2004, when it ranked highest among U.S. births. Since 2011, its usage has been falling, and in 2025 it ranks 9,714 with an incidence of about 1 in 244,011 newborns. Despite its low frequency, Anden has no strong ties to any particular region or culture, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Anden is a modern name of uncertain derivation. It may have been coined as a variant of Andon, itself a diminutive of Andrew, or as a place-name referencing the Anden region in Switzerland. However, there is no clear evidence linking the name to any historical or linguistic root. Its appearance in U.S. records dates to 1982, suggesting a recent invention.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Andy, Denny
Sibling names for Anden
Names that share Anden's style, for a brother or sister.
