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Terrence 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

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Popularity Comparison

Terrence Rank #1,525
Alder Rank #1,424

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrence or Alder more popular?

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Terrence and Alder mean?

Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin). Alder means "alder tree" (Old English alor origin).

Are Terrence and Alder boy or girl names?

Terrence is primarily a boy name. Alder is primarily a boy name.

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