Welsh boy name
Aled Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Aled means river aled. From the name of the River Aled in north Wales
Aled is a Welsh boys' name taken from the River Aled, which flows through Denbighshire in north Wales. It is short and rhythmic and has been in steady use through the twentieth century. It is familiar to many through the singer Aled Jones, whose career began when he was a boy soprano in the 1980s. The name is easy to spell and say in both Welsh and English. Aled has a gentle, pleasant sound and makes a good choice for families wanting a simple Welsh name with a link to the landscape.
Variants of Aled
AlydAledd
Well-known people named Aled
Aled Jones.
Aled popularity: Ireland vs the US
Aled does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aled mean?
Aled means "river aled". From the name of the River Aled in north Wales.
How do you pronounce Aled?
Aled is pronounced AL-ed.
What is the origin of Aled?
Aled is of Welsh origin. From the name of the River Aled in north Wales.