Synonyms of elder

1 Syllable
priest
2 Syllables
starets, earlier, deacons, oldsters, major, oldster, granddad, patriarch, deacon, senior, first-born, firstborn, graybeard, mothers, gaffer, gaffers, seniors, ancient, older
3 Syllables
godmothers, granddaddy, grandpappy, higher-up, godfather, godmother, grandfather, grandfathers, superiors
4 Syllables
promulgator, promulgators