Walden
Walden: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Walden
Root meaning: “Welshman”
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Old English walh (“Welshman”), genitive plural wala + denu (“valley”).
How popular is Walden?
Since 1880, 1,527 boys in the U.S. have been named Walden. Its highest rank for boys was #1502 in 1915. In 2025, 37 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Walden FAQ
What does the name Walden mean?
Walden traces back to a root meaning "Welshman". A male given name. From Old English walh (“Welshman”), genitive plural wala + denu (“valley”).
What is the origin of the name Walden?
Walden is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Walden?
Since 1880, 1,527 boys in the U.S. have been named Walden. Its highest rank for boys was #1502 in 1915. In 2025, 37 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Walden a boy or girl name?
Walden is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,527 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.