Eden is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #375 in 2012 with 112 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 260 births ranking #208. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 138.3%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 3,111 boys born was named Eden. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Eden is a luminous biblical place name associated with delight and paradise. It feels fresh, clean, and quietly powerful.
The name grew strongly in modern use as parents embraced biblical place names with clear beauty and simplicity. Its spiritual and natural imagery both help explain its lasting popularity.