US Popularity Rank: 2430

Origin: Norse

Meaning: Old friend; Furious, eager

Auden may have been a common baby boy’s name, but today it stands as a gender-neutral name of British and Norse origin. Derived from the last name Alden, this name can mean “old friend.” It is also closely linked to the Old Norse Óðinn, meaning “furious” or “eager.” Literary enthusiasts may associate the name with renowned British American poet W.H. Auden. Whether you want to call baby after a distinguished writer or you believe they will become a loyal and enthusiastic friend, you won’t go wrong with Auden.