Auden
Derived from Ealdwine ('old friend')
English
🗣 Pronunciation
AW-den
🌍 Origin
🌿 Themes
About Auden
Auden began as an English surname, most likely derived from the Old English personal name Ealdwine, meaning "old friend." It later became recognised as a given name and is strongly associated with the celebrated poet W. H. Auden. Blending literary heritage with a gentle, sophisticated sound, Auden feels both classic and contemporary. Distinctive without being unusual, it offers a thoughtful gender-neutral choice for those drawn to names with cultural depth and understated elegance.
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