Cedar
How to say it: SEE-der · /ˈsiːdər/
English word-name for the cedar tree, from Greek 'kedros'; evergreen conifer known for strength and fragrance.
Cedar was the 1,092nd most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 220 babies of either sex (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 28% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #1,053 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #1,092 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 (both sexes) | 220 |
| Share of births | 1 in 15,069 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +28% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #1,053 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
New to broad use, Cedar is living its best decade in the 2020s. Further growth looks likely ahead.
What goes with it
Crisp and breathy with a clear nature mood. Rowan shares its style and Ced works as a short form.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Cedar is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Cedar
- Cedar Walton (1934–2013)American jazz pianist
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