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    Alder

    Discover the meaning and origin of the name Alder

    Alder

    Boy
    english
    2 syllables

    Alder is an english boy's name meaning "A name of English origin that refers to a person living near or originating from the alder tree.".

    Parents who choose Alder pick a boy name from the english tradition, meaning "A name of English origin that refers to a person living near or originating from the alder tree.". It has 2 syllables.

    Origin
    english
    Gender
    Boy
    Syllables
    2

    Meaning compiled from public name lists.

    Meaning

    A name of English origin that refers to a person living near or originating from the alder tree.

    Popularity

    Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

    Quick answers about Alder

    Very rare in US records

    What does Alder mean?

    Alder is a boy name of english origin meaning "A name of English origin that refers to a person living near or originating from the alder tree.".

    Is Alder a rare name?

    Yes. Alder does not appear in official US birth records for 2017, meaning fewer than 5 babies got the name that year.

    Sister names that go with Alder

    EvelynHarperEllaLilyScarlettAudrey

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    Names with a similar meaning to Alder

    Alder means "A name of English origin that refers to a person living near or originating from the alder tree." — these names share that spirit.

    • Olivia — "Olive tree, symbolizing peace and fruitfulness" (latin)
    • Oliver — "Olive tree, peace bearer" (latin)
    • Ashley — "Ash tree meadow" (english)
    • Hazel — "Hazel tree, wise" (english)

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