Elder Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-dur / /ˈɛldər/English; Old English
Meaning
Old; elder tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elder has roots in Old English, where it referred to the elder tree, known for its medicinal properties. In some cultures, the elder tree is associated with protection and healing. The name has been used historically as a surname and occasionally as a given name. It reflects a connection to nature and traditional herbalism.
Trend Summary
The name Elder has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in popularity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elder was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elder has ranked as high as #1302 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Elder has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elder (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 8 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 28 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 33 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 23 |
| 1924 | 28 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 29 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 58 |