Cesare

“long-haired” — Associated with Gaius Julius Caesar

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8966US 2021

8Births / yr

↑Rising

650All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Cesare

chay·ZAH·ray

/tʃeɪ.ˈzɑ.reɪ/ · stress on ZAH · 3 syllables

“long-haired”

Associated with Gaius Julius Caesar · Italy origin

What does Cesare mean and where does it come from?

Cesare is an Italian name, derived from the Latin name 'Caesar,' which was originally a family name of uncertain origin but believed to mean 'long-haired.' It is most famously associated with Gaius Julius Caesar, the Roman general and statesman. The name signifies a historical legacy and is often us

Cultural significance

Cesare has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of long-haired.

Peak popularity

Reached #1872 in 1970 — currently #8966 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cesare?

Cesare works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cesare Grace

How popular is Cesare right now?

Rising fast — up 588 spots — currently #8966 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2021#8966 · Top 6.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#8966	8	▲ up 588 · +14% births
2020	#9554	7	▼ down 2453 · -36% births
2015	#7101	11	▲ up 2 · +57% births
1995	#7103	7	▲ up 1233 · +40% births
1990	#8336	5	▼ down 3263 · -29% births
1980	#5073	7	▼ down 1021 · -12% births
1975	#4052	8	▼ down 2180 · -65% births
1970	#1872	23	▲ up 2252 · +360% births
1965	#4124	5	▲ up 175
1960	#4299	5	▼ down 933 · -17% births
1940	#3366	6	▲ up 501
1930	#3867	6	▼ down 745 · -33% births
1925	#3122	9	▲ up 600 · +29% births
1920	#3722	7	▲ up 445 · +40% births
1915	#4167	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cesare

Best Year1970Rank #1872

Peak Count23

Average Rank#5248

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202115 years

The story of Cesare

Cesare entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 650 total births recorded, Cesare remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4167 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8966 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Cesare in 1970:

Michael James David John Robert

Cesare by decade

Cesare peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	27
1920s	70
1930s	32
1940s	41
1950s	17
1960s	83
1970s ★	111
1980s	68
1990s	67
2000s	45
2010s	82
2020s	7

💎Cesare has only 650 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cesare?

ITALIAN

Cesarino

ITALIAN

Cesarina

FRENCH

Césaire

LATE ROMAN

Caesarius

What names sound and feel like Cesare?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cesare also consider these

Italy · from the family

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Kemare

Niger · Hausa

How is Cesare written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Cesare?

Cesarina ITALIAN Césaire FRENCH Caesarius LATE ROMAN BRAZILIAN(Cezário PORTUGUESE Cesária PORTUGUESE Cesário PORTUGUESE

Common questions about the name Cesare

What does the name Cesare mean?

Cesare means "long-haired" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cesare?

Cesare is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cesare have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cesare?

Cesare originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Cesare?

Cesare is a three-syllable name pronounced CH EY0 Z AA1 R EY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cesare?

Cesare pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.