What does the name Golden mean?

Golden is a gender-neutral name of English origin: from the English word 'golden'.

When was the name Golden most popular?

In US Social Security records since 1890, Golden peaked in the 1890s and the 2020s in nearly equal measure.

What are names similar to Golden?

Names similar to Golden in origin and style include Aspen, Raven, Laken, Ashton, Oaklynn.

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Golden

gender-neutral name

Origin

English

Syllables

Peak era

1890s/2020s

Today

▬ Steady

Meaning

from the English word 'golden'

Popularity, 1890–2024

peak 1890s2020s

Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Golden peaked in the 1890s and the 2020s in nearly equal measure.

Names that fit alongside Golden

Aspen Raven Laken Ashton Oaklynn Ashlyn

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