Alder vs Cypress

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alder Rank #1,424
Cypress Rank #1,418

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 vs #1424 for Alder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alder or Cypress more popular?

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 compared to Alder at #1424 in the United States.

What do Alder and Cypress mean?

Alder means "alder tree" (Old English alor origin). Cypress means "cypress tree" (Greek kyparissos origin).

Are Alder and Cypress boy or girl names?

Alder is primarily a boy name. Cypress is primarily a boy name.

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