Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Aulden since 1914
Babies named Aulden per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2015, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Aulden's real moment was 1914.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 30 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Aulden is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1914, when it also saw its peak usage. Despite this early appearance, it has never achieved widespread popularity, and as of 2025 it ranked 12,008th with a frequency of 1 in 341,615 babies. Its trajectory has been stable over the past century, with no significant upswing or decline. As a variant of Alden, it shares roots in Old English and conveys a sense of old-world charm. Though not associated with any particular state or region, its similarity to other surname-names like Arden or Elmer may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional name.
Aulden is likely a variant of the English surname Alden, which derives from the Old English name Ealdwine, meaning 'old friend'. As a given name, it first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century, but it has never been widely used. Its spelling with 'au' may reflect a phonetic or regional variation of the original name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aul, Denny
Variants: Alden
Sibling names for Aulden
Names that share Aulden's style, for a brother or sister.
