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Alder

Alder is a boys' name of English origin meaning “alder tree.”

pronunciation

AWL-der

meaning & origin

The name Alder means “alder tree.” It comes from the English language tradition.

An English nature name derived from the alder tree, which historically grew along riverbanks and was prized for its water-resistant timber. In Celtic tradition, the alder was associated with protection and resurrection.

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