Kedar

Pronunciation: [ k-EED-er ]

Kedar is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,438 in the US, popular nicknames include Ked, Key, and Kedie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Kedar is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-EED-er.

Parents who love the name Kedar often also consider Audi, Bliss, Cephas .

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Historical Record

Kedar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.

Over 549 babies have been named Kedar in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Kedar is past its peak , currently ranked #9,438 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#9,438
Current Rank
Peaked 1998 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#9,438
Total SSA Count
9

Nicknames

Ked Key Kedie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kedar

Is Kedar a boy or girl name?
Kedar is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kedar?
Kedar is pronounced k-EED-er.
How popular is the name Kedar?
Kedar is currently ranked #9438 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kedar?
Common nicknames for Kedar include Ked, Key, and Kedie.
Is Kedar a common or rare name?
Kedar is an uncommon name, ranked #9438 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Kedar?
Kedar pairs well with Audi, Bliss, Cephas, Makias in style and sound.

About the Name Kedar

Kedar is a boy name .

Kedar is currently ranked #9,438 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kedar include Ked, Key, and Kedie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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