Cedar
A type of tree known for its durability and fragrance.
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Cedar meaning & origin
Cedar is listed in our catalog as a unisex name. Its listed meaning is "A type of tree known for its durability and fragrance.". Listed origin: English.
Pronunciation
SEE-dar
Catalog phonetic spelling
Popularity
We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Cedar. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
- Cedar Rain
- Cedar Skye
- Cedar Jade
Famous Namesakes
- Cedar Walton (jazz pianist)
Sources & notes
Meanings, origins, pronunciations, and namesakes are catalog entries that have not yet completed source-by-source editorial review. Nicknames and middle-name pairings are ideas to try, not usage statistics. We show birth-name ranks only when the record includes source-file provenance; missing data is not evidence of rarity.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar
What does the name Cedar mean?
Cedar is listed in our catalog as a unisex name. Its listed meaning is "A type of tree known for its durability and fragrance.". Listed origin: English.
How do you pronounce Cedar?
Our catalog's pronunciation guide is SEE-dar. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.
How popular is the name Cedar?
We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Cedar. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.
What nickname ideas could work for Cedar?
Ideas to try include Ceed, Cee. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.
What middle names could work with Cedar?
Try Cedar Rain, Cedar Skye, Cedar Jade aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.
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