Snowden is a unisex given name of English origin, derived from the surname 'Snowden', which is of Old English derivation. It means 'from the snowy hill'. The name has gained some popularity in recent years due to its association with notable figures such as Edward Snowden, a former CIA employee and NSA contractor who leaked classified documents to the public in 2013.
"Over a span of nearly 130 years, the name Snowden was given to 52 babies, with peaks occurring around the early 20th century and again in recent times."