Alder vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alder

Boy #1,424 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alder tree"

Origin: Old English alor

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,424
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Coy

Boy #1,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"quiet, calm, reserved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,507
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alder Rank #1,424
Coy Rank #1,507

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alder or Coy more popular?

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Alder and Coy mean?

Alder means "alder tree" (Old English alor origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Alder and Coy boy or girl names?

Alder is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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