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Cedar vs Glenn

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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Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cedar Rank #1,203
Glenn Rank #1,366

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1366 for Glenn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar or Glenn more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Glenn at #1366 in the United States.

What do Cedar and Glenn mean?

Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin). Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cedar and Glenn boy or girl names?

Cedar is primarily a boy name. Glenn is primarily a boy name.

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