Alder vs Percy

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

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alder Rank #1,424
Percy Rank #1,256

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #1424 for Alder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alder or Percy more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Alder at #1424 in the United States.

What do Alder and Percy mean?

Alder means "alder tree" (Old English alor origin). Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin).

Are Alder and Percy boy or girl names?

Alder is primarily a boy name. Percy is primarily a boy name.

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