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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: child

Aled is a boy's name of Welsh origin that means "child." Short and sweet, it's perfect for honoring your ancestral roots or celebrating the joy of your new arrival. Aled enjoyed a surge in popularity during the 1980s in Great Britain after the teenage choir singer Aled Jones's haunting rendition of Walking in the Air. Whether you count this Christmas song as one of your favorites or love the boyish charm Aled offers, it's a lovely choice for your son.