Name Aled

Aled is a Welsh boy’s name, with a strong history.

Meaning of the Name Aled

Aled is of Welsh origin, and its meaning is generally accepted as “child” or “offspring.” Some interpretations also link it to the name of the River Aled in Denbighshire, North Wales.

Popularity of the Name

Aled has maintained a steady presence in Wales. Its popularity saw a notable increase in the 1980s, largely attributed to the fame of the young Welsh choirboy and singer, Aled Jones.

Aled was not in the top 100 baby boys names in Wales during in 2023 according the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Although Aled is not currently in the top 100 baby names you’ll often find someone called Aled in Wales.

Famous People Called Aled

Here is a list of a few famous people called the name Aled:

• Aled Jones – the singer and presenter who shot into the lime light when he was just a school boy with the music to ‘The Snowman’ animation, ‘Walking in the air’.
• Aled Brew – is a Welsh rugby international player.
• Aled Davies – Another Welsh international rugby union player.
• Tudur Aled – a famous Welsh medieval poet who used the cynghanedd style of poetry.
• Aled Pugh – is a Welsh actor who starred in the television programmes Stella and My Family.
• Aled Haydn Jones – A Welsh radio producer, known for his work with BBC Radio 1.

Resources

See our comprehensive list of Welsh Boys Names. Ideal if you are looking for a name for your baby.