ALDEN

Meaning

Old friend or old valley, from Old English 'eald' (old) and 'denu' (valley) or 'wine' (friend).

Etymology

Derived from Old English elements 'eald' meaning old, combined with either 'denu' (valley) or 'wine' (friend). The surname may originate from a topographic feature or a personal name.

About the ALDEN Surname

An English surname with possible topographic or personal name origins. The name is historically associated with early American colonial settlers.

Distribution

Primarily found in England and North America, with notable presence in New England.

Notable Bearers

John Alden (Mayflower passenger), Priscilla Alden

People with the ALDEN Surname