While not a popular or common name, dozens of people with the first name Alden have achieved a level of fame in their fields. These include former NFL player Alden Roche, Canadian author Alden Nowlan and architect Alden Dow.

For one, Alden Dow, a Michigan architect from the Dow Chemical family. Some of his work can be toured in Midland, Michigan.

Linda Susan Agar (b. 1948), Charles Alden Black, Jr. (b. 1952), Lori Alden Black (b. 1954)

Linda Susan Agar (b. 1948), Charles Alden Black, Jr. (b. 1952), Lori Alden Black (b. 1954)

Mindy Dow's birth name is Melinda B. Dow.