Cedar
Cedar is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Cedar tree, derived from the Latin 'cedrus' and Greek 'kedros'.
Origin and history
Cedar is a modern botanical name derived from the word for the hardy, aromatic evergreen tree. Historically used occasionally, it has seen a surge in popularity in the United States in recent years as parents embrace nature-inspired names. It offers a grounded, classic yet contemporary feel for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,629 babies in the United States have been named Cedar since 1880. It ranks #2529 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1086.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.3 %)
- WA (18 %)
- OR (15.1 %)
- CO (7.8 %)
- UT (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 75 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 143 |
| 2000-2010 | 339 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,000 |
| 2020-2029 | 987 |
Fun facts
- The word cedar stems from the ancient Greek word 'kedros', used to describe various aromatic trees.
- While historically rare, over a third of all U.S. male birth records for Cedar have been recorded since 2020.