Walden
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- From The Welshman's Valley
- Origin
- English
Walden Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,490 baby boys have been named Walden. The name peaked in 2023 with 55 US births that year (rank #2475). In 2024, ranked #3202 nationally — 727 places below its 2023 peak.
Top States for Walden
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Walden births are: California (39), Pennsylvania (11), Kentucky (10).
Other English-Origin Names Like Walden
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6-Letter Names Starting with W
Names with Walden's exact length and starting letter: Wacian, Wadley, Wafiyy, Wagaye, Wagner.
Quick Facts About Walden
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldon | From The Welshman's Hill | Male | English |
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Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Walden against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).