Alder

Alder is a toponym for someone who lives near an Alder tree, a type of birch tree that is commonly used to make electric guitars. It is usually a favorite name for those who were born in the summer or fall because that is when the Alder tree is in bloom. Some people also give it to their children born in winter because that is when the tree loses its leaves. It is also a popular name for those who live near Alder trees or for those who are fond of Alder trees. In old English, the meaning of Alder is ‘the revered one’ which means to hold someone in the highest regard and devotion. It is pronounced as 'awl-duh' in British English and 'aal-dr' in American English. Sometimes it is also known as a ‘group of elders’. In German, it is a variant of the word ‘Alter’. In French, it is called ‘le vieux’ which means ‘the old one’.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

old

Origin

English tree name or surname

Numerology

A is for able, for you surely are.

L is for look, the way you look at life.

D is for dependable, on you I can rely.

E is for exquisite, who could argue?

R is for refreshing, the sparkling you.

Lucky

Alder lucky number is 4.

In numerology, 4 has an earthy-energy and is centered around fortifying its roots. 4 adamantly believes in the physical world and knows that investing in a solid infrastructure is necessary for building a lasting legacy. Practical, hardworking, and responsible, the vibration of the number 4 is focused on creating logical systems that can support scalable growth.

Alder in Pop Culture

• Alder Champion of the Unova region in Pokemon Black and White
• Alder a mender from Ursula le Guin's Earthsea series (main character in the final book)
• General Sarah Alder leader of the American witch military in Motherland: Fort Salem