Marden
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About Marden
Marden is an uncommon feminine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, derived from Old English topographical elements. The name likely originated as a place name, combining 'mere' (lake or pond) and 'denu' (valley), essentially meaning 'valley with a lake.' As a personal name, Marden has a gentle yet distinctive quality. It remains quite rare as a given name for girls, giving it a unique appeal for parents seeking something uncommon. The name carries subtle connections to nature and rural landscapes. In some contexts, Marden has also been used as a surname throughout English history, and its transition to a given name follows the pattern of many surnames that have become first names over time.
Marden for boys
Marden is a masculine name with English origins, derived from a place name that combines the Old English elements 'mere' (lake or pond) and 'denu' (valley), essentially meaning 'valley with a lake.' It exists as a surname and place name in England, notably in Kent and other counties. As a given name, Marden has always been quite rare, never entering mainstream popularity. It has a strong, dignified sound with its two-syllable structure and gentle ending. The name carries associations with the natural world and English heritage, offering subtlety compared to more common nature-inspired names. Marden might appeal to parents seeking a masculine name with historical roots that remains distinctive and uncommon in contemporary use.
Pronounced MAR-den.
As of October 2026, Marden ranked #13612 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #2775 in 1912.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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