Alter Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alter Name at a Glance

Name	Alter
Meaning	Old.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Alter Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alter means “Old”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Alter Name Origin

Our database records Alter under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Alter a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Alter is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Alter

When considering Alter for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.