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Christian Name · English/Germanic Origin
Aldous Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Aldous
boy
Aldous means "Old; Wise elder", a boy's name of English/Germanic origin. The name Aldous does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Aldous is the crown of gray — ancient wisdom, length of days, the glory found only in the way of righteousness.
Is Aldous in the Bible?
No — the name Aldous does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Old; Wise elder", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Aldous.
Pronunciation:/ALL-dus/
OriginEnglish/Germanic
MeaningOld; Wise elder
What does Aldous mean?
Aldous is a boy name of English/Germanic origin meaning "Old; Wise elder". Aldous is the elder — the wisdom of years. 'The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.' Aldous is the silver crown earned through a life walked with God.
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What does Aldous mean in the Bible?
Aldous means "Old; Wise elder" and is a name of English/Germanic origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Aldous is the elder — the wisdom of years. 'The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.' Aldous is the silver crown earned through a life walked with God.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Aldous?
Aldous is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Old; Wise elder" — not because Scripture names anyone Aldous.
"With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding."
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Which books of the Bible mention Aldous?
Aldous is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Aldous?
Aldous is the crown of gray — ancient wisdom, length of days, the glory found only in the way of righteousness.
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Aldous name meaning: frequently asked questions
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Aldous?
You can read every verse where Aldous appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.