Cezar

“Hairy” — Symbolizes leader

Romania origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6967US 2023

12Births / yr

↓Falling

682All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Cezar mean and where does it come from?

Cezar is the Romanian variant of the name Caesar, originating from Latin 'Caesaris'. It is historically linked to Julius Caesar, the famous Roman general and statesman. The name has seen wide usage in various European countries such as Poland and Portugal. As a given name, it often symbolizes leader

Cultural significance

Cezar has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Romania-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hairy.

Peak popularity

Reached #2961 in 2001 — currently #6967 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cezar?

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

Cezar Grace

How popular is Cezar right now?

Falling — down 421 spots — currently #6967 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#6967 · Top 5.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6967	12	▼ down 421 · -8% births
2022	#6546	13	▼ down 156
2021	#6390	13	▲ up 2564 · +63% births
2015	#8954	8	▼ down 5114 · -70% births
2010	#3840	27	▼ down 84 · +8% births
2005	#3756	25	▲ up 1386 · +79% births
2000	#5142	14	▼ down 1365 · -18% births
1995	#3777	17	▲ up 117 · +13% births
1990	#3894	15	▲ up 1629 · +114% births
1985	#5523	7	▼ down 1145 · -22% births
1980	#4378	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cezar

Best Year2005Rank #3756

Peak Count27

Average Rank#5379

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202311 years

The story of Cezar

Cezar is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 682 total births recorded, Cezar remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4378 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6967 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cezar in 2001:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Christopher

Cezar by decade

Cezar peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	41
1980s	72
1990s	178
2000s ★	243
2010s	148

💎Cezar has only 682 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cezar?

ITALIAN

Cesarino

ITALIAN

Cesarina

FRENCH

Césaire

LATE ROMAN

Caesarius

What names sound and feel like Cezar?

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

Cesar

Spain · long-haired

Nezar

Arabic · to be bright

Germanic · A Germanic name

How is Cezar written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Cezar?

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

Common questions about the name Cezar

What does the name Cezar mean?

Cezar means "Hairy" — a name rooted in Romania 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 Cezar?

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

What is the cultural origin of Cezar?

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

Is Cezar trending right now?

Cezar is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Cezar a common or rare name?

Cezar is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.