Alder
boy name#1401 in 2025Alder entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1401 in 2025, ranks #1401 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1915–2025
#1401
rank today
#1401
peak (2025)
130
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3392 |
| 1980s | #6475 |
| 1990s | #8288 |
| 2000s | #6388 |
| 2010s | #2928 |
| 2020s | #1501 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alder has been most popular in WA, OR, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Alder are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alder is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alder in 2025?
- Alder ranks #1401 among US boy names in 2025, with 130 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alder most popular?
- Alder peaked in 2025, reaching #1401 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Alder with classmates?
- Alder will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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