Cedar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cedar originates from the English term for the tree, which symbolizes strength and resilience. It traces its linguistic roots through Old English, Latin, and Greek forms. Cedar reflects a modern trend toward nature-inspired names and carries biblical significance due to its mentions in scripture. The name is seen as unique and meaningful in contemporary society.
The name Cedar is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cedar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cedar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4449th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4907th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2894th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1348th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7682nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6977th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5064th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2781st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cedar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cedar"
Pronunciation
/ˈsiːdər/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Cedar is derived from the tree of the same name, which is known for its aromatic wood and resilience. The word 'cedar' itself comes from the Latin 'cedrus' and Greek 'kedros'.
Meaning
the name refers to the cedar tree, symbolizing strength and resilience.
Language Evolution
Old English: ceder, Latin: cedrus, Greek: kedros
Biblical Background
Cedar trees are mentioned in the Bible, symbolizing strength and durability, particularly in the construction of temples and palaces.
Historical Usage
The name Cedar gained popularity in the late 20th century as a nature-inspired name reflecting a growing trend towards environmental consciousness.
Variants & Derivatives
Cedric, Cede, Cedarina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Cedar is perceived as unique and nature-oriented, appealing to parents looking for distinctive and meaningful names.
Famous People
Cedar Sigo, an American poet, Cedar Adams, a notable figure in environmental activism
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cedar"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cedar"
"Cedar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4449th of 10718 | 86 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4907th of 16616 | 149 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2894th of 24088 | 577 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1348th of 23106 | 1,652 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7682nd of 19264 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6977th of 27321 | 171 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5064th of 35406 | 408 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2781st of 30306 | 741 |
Regional Popularity of "Cedar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
22.50% 1679th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.42% 1451st/3984 |
45.91% 2060th/4487 |
34.20% 2333rd/6822 |
13.10% 822nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cedar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
72.81% 5434th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.71% 2379th/3984 |
84.85% 3807th/4487 |
- |
30.48% 1913th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cedar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cedar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.