Bernard vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bernard

Boy #1,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave bear, strong as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cedar tree, resinous wood"

Origin: Greek/Semitic

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Bernard Rank #1,320

Cedar Rank #1,203

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Bernard or Cedar more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Bernard and Cedar mean?

Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Bernard and Cedar boy or girl names?

Bernard is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.