Cypress vs Alder

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cypress or Alder more popular?

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

What do Cypress and Alder mean?

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

Are Cypress and Alder boy or girl names?

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

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