Cesar
Cesar is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Hairy, severe, or cut out; derived from the ancient Roman cognomen Caesar.
Origin and history
Cesar is a classic masculine name derived from the Latin family name Caesar. Historically linked to Julius Caesar and Roman emperors, it has long signified authority and prestige. In the United States, it maintains steady usage, particularly within Hispanic and Latino communities.
Popularity in the United States
78,824 babies in the United States have been named Cesar since 1880. It ranks #371 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #368.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.2 %)
- TX (22.1 %)
- NY (5.5 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- AZ (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 138 |
| 1930-1940 | 182 |
| 1940-1950 | 332 |
| 1950-1960 | 868 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,156 |
| 1970-1980 | 6,153 |
| 1980-1990 | 9,163 |
| 1990-2000 | 17,848 |
| 2000-2010 | 23,610 |
| 2010-2019 | 13,084 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,250 |
Famous people named Cesar
- Cesar Chavez: Labor Activist, Civil Rights Leader
- Cesar Romero: Actor, Singer
- Cesar Millan: Dog Trainer, Television Personality
Nicknames
Ces
Fun facts
- The name originally served as a cognomen for Julius Caesar and later became an official title for Roman emperors.
- The Roman root Caesar gave rise to monarchical titles in other languages, such as Kaiser in German and Czar in Russian.