Auden Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAW-den / /ˈɔː.dən/Old English; German
Meaning
Old English: 'wealthy friend'; German: 'noble friend'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Auden has roots in Old English, where it is derived from elements meaning 'wealth' and 'friend'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of the poet W.H. Auden. The name is often associated with literary and artistic circles. Its usage has remained relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive and unique quality.
Trend Summary
Auden has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Auden
- Audenne
International Variants
- Auden (English)
Famous people named Auden
Auden Schendler is an environmental advocate and author recognized for his contributions to sustainability in the hospitality industry.
Fictional characters named Auden
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Auden was first seen in the United States in 1975. Auden has ranked as high as #1228 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Auden has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Auden (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 42 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 60 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 82 |
| 2014 | 97 |
| 2015 | 90 |
| 2016 | 104 |
| 2017 | 96 |
| 2018 | 104 |
| 2019 | 116 |
| 2020 | 128 |
| 2021 | 103 |
| 2022 | 90 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 84 |