Kedar
Kedar: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kedar
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit केदार (kedāra).
How popular is Kedar?
Since 1880, 558 boys in the U.S. have been named Kedar. Its highest rank for boys was #2579 in 1998. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Kedar
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Kedar
Sister and brother names that share Kedar's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Kedar FAQ
What does the name Kedar mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit केदार (kedāra).
What is the origin of the name Kedar?
Kedar is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Kedar?
Since 1880, 558 boys in the U.S. have been named Kedar. Its highest rank for boys was #2579 in 1998. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kedar a boy or girl name?
Kedar is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 558 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.