Elden
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Moon, moon goddess
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #3264 in 2025 with 36 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Selena. Shares the meaning 'Moon, moon goddess.'
Similar names: eden, eleen, eleena, elen, elena, elenah, eleni, elenie
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Elden? About 1 in 92,458 babies born in 2025 were named Elden, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Elden
What does the name Elden mean?
Elden means “Moon, moon goddess” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Elden?
Elden has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Moon, moon goddess”.
How popular is Elden?
Elden ranked #3240 in 2025 — given to 36 babies that year.
When was Elden most popular?
Elden peaked in 1922 with 141 babies registered that year.
Is Elden a boy or girl name?
Elden is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Eldens in registered births are male.
Is the name Elden rising or falling in popularity?
Elden has fallen 151 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3089 in 2020 to #3240 in 2025.
How long has Elden been recorded?
Elden appears in birth records across 133 years — from 1884 through 2025.