"delight, pleasure"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Eden
Pronunciation: [ EED-uhn ]
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The Story of Eden
Eden comes from the Hebrew 'עֵדֶן' meaning 'delight' or 'pleasure.' In the Book of Genesis, the Garden of Eden was the paradise where God placed the first humans — a place of perfect harmony, abundance, and innocence. The name carries imagery of a lost golden age, a place of beauty and contentment. While primarily given to girls today, Eden is also used for boys, especially in Israel and Australia, reflecting its Hebrew origins as a gender-neutral name.
Eden has been rising steadily in the US and UK through the 2010s-2020s, driven by the trend for spiritual, nature-adjacent names with a fresh, modern feel. It has particular strength in Australia and New Zealand, where it entered the top 100 earlier than in other English-speaking countries.
The Garden of Eden is one of the most universally recognized symbols in Western and Middle Eastern culture — representing paradise, innocence, and the longing for a lost golden age. In Israeli culture, Eden is a popular modern name with a light spiritual touch. Anthony Eden served as British Prime Minister from 1955 to 1957.
Historical Record
Eden first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 48,997 babies have been named Eden in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eden is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #72 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The biblical Garden of Eden is described in Genesis as a paradise watered by four rivers — the Tigris, Euphrates, Pishon, and Gihon
- Eden appears in the top 100 girls' names in Australia, New Zealand, England, and the US simultaneously — a rare multi-country crossover success
Eden in Other Languages
Arabic
عدن
French
Eden
Hebrew
עֵדֶן
Spanish
Edén
Japanese
エデン
Popularity Over Time
#72
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Eden
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Eden Sher
Actor
1991
American actress best known for playing the lovably awkward Sue Heck on the ABC sitcom The Middle (2009-2018)
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Anthony Eden
Politician
1897
British Prime Minister from 1955 to 1957, known for his role in the Suez Crisis and his earlier career as Churchill's Fo...
British Prime Minister from 1955 to 1957, known for his role in the Suez Crisis and his earlier career as Churchill's Foreign Secretary
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #72
- Total SSA Count
- 3,115
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew American British Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
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Common Nicknames
Edie
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eden
What does the name Eden mean?
"delight, pleasure" (from Hebrew). Eden comes from the Hebrew 'עֵדֶן' meaning 'delight' or 'pleasure.' In the Book of Genesis, the Garden of Eden was the paradise where God placed the first humans — a place of perfect harmony, abundance, and innocence. The name carries imagery of a lost golden age, a place of beauty and contentment. While primarily given to girls today, Eden is also used for boys, especially in Israel and Australia, reflecting its Hebrew origins as a gender-neutral name.
What is the origin of the name Eden?
Eden has Hebrew, American, British, and Australian origins. In Hebrew, it means "delight, pleasure".
Is Eden a boy or girl name?
Eden is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #72. As a boy name, it is ranked #468. Eden is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Eden?
Eden is pronounced EED-uhn.
How popular is the name Eden?
Eden is currently ranked #72 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Eden?
Common nicknames for Eden include Edie.
What are good middle names for Eden?
Popular middle name pairings include Eden Rose, Eden Grace, Eden Violet, Eden Mae, Eden Claire, and Eden Jade.
What are good sibling names for Eden?
Names that pair well with Eden as siblings include Zion, River, Finn, Ivy, Zara, and Noah.
How many syllables does Eden have?
Eden has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Eden a common or rare name?
Eden is a very popular name, ranked #72 among girl names in the United States.
What girl names are similar to Eden?
Are there other spellings for Eden?
Related spellings include Edelyn.
About the Name Eden
Eden is a girl name with Hebrew, American, British, and Australian origins . The name means "delight, pleasure" in Hebrew .
Is Eden a boy or girl name? Eden is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #72 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #468. Eden is more commonly used as a girl name.
Eden is currently ranked #72 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Eden has 2 syllables and is pronounced EED-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Eden include Edie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eden include Edelyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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