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Todd 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

Todd Rank #1,598
Alder Rank #1,424

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 vs #1598 for Todd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Alder more popular?

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Todd and Alder mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Alder means "alder tree" (Old English alor origin).

Are Todd and Alder boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Alder is primarily a boy name.

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