Ogden Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: OG-den /ˈɒɡ.dən/
Origin: Old English; Norse
Meaning: Old English: 'oak valley'; Norse: 'from the oak valley'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ogden has its roots in Old English, derived from the elements "oc" meaning "oak" and "denu" meaning "valley". This etymology suggests a literal meaning of "oak valley" or "valley of oaks".
The name is believed to have originated as a locational surname, referring to individuals who lived near or in a valley characterized by oak trees. The transition into English occurred as the Old English language evolved, with the name appearing in various forms throughout the centuries.
Historically, Ogden is noted as a surname in England, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the medieval period. The name appears in historical documents from the 13th century, particularly in the northern regions of England.
It is also associated with several notable figures, including Ogden Nash, an American poet known for his light verse, although he lived much later in the 20th century. The name has been used in various contexts, including place names in England, which further solidified its presence in the cultural landscape.
Culturally, the name Ogden carries connotations of strength and stability, attributed to the oak tree, a symbol of endurance and resilience in various traditions. The oak has been revered in many cultures, often representing wisdom and longevity.
The name has also been linked to the concept of home and belonging, as it denotes a specific geographical feature. While diminutive forms or variations of the name are less common, the name Ogden itself has maintained a certain historical significance, reflecting the natural landscape of its origins.
Famous people named Ogden
In this section, you will find notable people named Ogden. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Ogden who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Ogden Nash was a poet best known for The Cow, The Duck, and The Turtle.
Fictional characters named Ogden
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Ogden Morrow is a fictional character from the novel Ready Player One. He is a co-creator of the OASIS, a virtual reality universe that serves as a central element in the story.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ogden was first seen in the United States in 1892.
Ogden has ranked as high as #2770 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in New Jersey, and Louisiana.
In the past 5 years the name Ogden has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ogden is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ogden was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ogden.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| 2024 | 9 | 9 |
| 2023 | 15 | 15 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 |
| 2020 | 16 | 16 |
| 2019 | 17 | 17 |
| 2018 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 16 | 16 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 | 8 |
| 2014 | 20 | 20 |
| 2013 | 10 | 10 |
| 2012 | 9 | 9 |
| 2011 | 13 | 13 |
| 2009 | 10 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 9 | 9 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 |
| 1948 | 12 | 12 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 |
| 1944 | 7 | 7 |
| 1943 | 11 | 11 |
| 1942 | 12 | 12 |
| 1941 | 13 | 13 |
| 1940 | 12 | 12 |
| 1939 | 8 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 | 7 |
| 1936 | 10 | 10 |
| 1935 | 11 | 11 |
| 1934 | 8 | 8 |
| 1933 | 7 | 7 |
| 1932 | 11 | 11 |
| 1931 | 13 | 13 |
| 1930 | 8 | 8 |
| 1929 | 13 | 13 |
| 1928 | 8 | 8 |
| 1927 | 17 | 17 |
| 1926 | 13 | 13 |
| 1925 | 20 | 20 |
| 1924 | 11 | 11 |
| 1923 | 18 | 18 |
| 1922 | 16 | 16 |
| 1921 | 20 | 20 |
| 1920 | 22 | 22 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 22 | 22 |
| 1917 | 25 | 25 |
| 1916 | 23 | 23 |
| 1915 | 19 | 19 |
| 1914 | 14 | 14 |
| 1913 | 11 | 11 |
| 1912 | 18 | 18 |
| 1908 | 6 | 6 |
| 1907 | 9 | 9 |
| 1905 | 5 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Ogden (1925)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 6 |