Cesar
Cesar is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Caesar, derived from the Roman family name that may mean 'hairy' or 'severed.' It carries associations with leadership and imperial power, famously connected to Julius Caesar and used throughout Latin cultures.
Current Popularity
#360 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Pronounced SEH-sar in Spanish, SEE-zar in English
- •Popular in Latino communities with strong cultural significance
- •Easy to spell and recognizable across many languages
- •Associated with leadership and strength due to historical connections
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Statistics
77,992
Total births since 1880
2004
Peak year
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