Holding steady.
Popularity of Olden since 1885
Babies named Olden per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Olden's real moment was 1908.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 8 |
| 1910s | 92 |
| 1920s | 132 |
| 1930s | 93 |
| 1940s | 68 |
| 1950s | 68 |
| 1960s | 36 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Olden is an extremely rare name that saw its peak usage in 1908, when it ranked somewhere outside the top 1000. It was first recorded in 1885 and has remained stable in its low frequency ever since. The name's origins are unclear, but it likely came from an English surname or place name. Olden has never appeared in any top states lists, reflecting its scarcity. For families seeking a distinctive vintage name with a straightforward sound, Olden offers a quirky but accessible option, though it has no documented nickname or variant forms.
Olden is a rare given name that likely originated as a surname. It may be derived from the Old English words "eald" (old) and "wine" (friend), meaning "old friend", or it could be a locational surname from a place called Olden. The name saw modest use as a first name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States.
Sibling names for Olden
Names that share Olden's style, for a brother or sister.
