Kedar
Pronunciation: [ k-EED-er ]
Kedar is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,438 in the US, popular nicknames include Ked, Key, and Kedie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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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 .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,438
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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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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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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