Elder
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Noble, famous — dignified character and high worth
Origin: Old English/Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #2725 in 2025 with 47 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Elmer. Shares the meaning 'Noble, famous.'
Similar names: edder, eder, eleri, elery, elleri, ellerie, ellery, edher
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Elder? About 1 in 70,819 babies born in 2025 were named Elder, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Elder
What does the name Elder mean?
Elder means “Noble, famous — dignified character and high worth” from Old English/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Elder?
Elder has Old English/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble, famous — dignified character and high worth”.
How popular is Elder?
Elder ranked #2718 in 2025 — given to 47 babies that year.
When was Elder most popular?
Elder peaked in 2024 with 58 babies registered that year.
Is Elder a boy or girl name?
Elder is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Elders in registered births are male.
Is the name Elder rising or falling in popularity?
Elder has risen 803 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3521 in 2020 to #2718 in 2025.
How long has Elder been recorded?
Elder appears in birth records across 125 years — from 1880 through 2025.