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Brendan vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cedar

Boy #1,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cedar tree, resinous wood"

Origin: Greek/Semitic

Cultural Roots

American English Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,203
Total SSA Count
170
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brendan Rank #1,013
Cedar Rank #1,203

Brendan is more popular, ranked #1013 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brendan or Cedar more popular?

Brendan is more popular, ranked #1013 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Brendan and Cedar mean?

Brendan means "prince, chieftain" (Celtic origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Brendan and Cedar boy or girl names?

Brendan is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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