Cesar
Cesar: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Cesar
- A male given name from Spanish.
Etymology
Anglicized spelling of Spanish César. Doublet of Caesar.
How popular is Cesar?
Since 1880, 315 girls and 78,824 boys in the U.S. have been named Cesar (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4760 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #158 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #385 for boys, with 824 babies given the name.
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Cesar FAQ
What does the name Cesar mean?
A male given name from Spanish. Anglicized spelling of Spanish César. Doublet of Caesar.
What is the origin of the name Cesar?
Cesar is listed as a name of Spanish origin.
How popular is the name Cesar?
Since 1880, 315 girls and 78,824 boys in the U.S. have been named Cesar (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4760 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #158 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #385 for boys, with 824 babies given the name.
Is Cesar a boy or girl name?
Cesar is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 315 girls and 78,824 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.