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Cedar vs Lazarus

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

Cedar Rank #1,203
Lazarus Rank #1,337

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1337 for Lazarus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar or Lazarus more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Lazarus at #1337 in the United States.

What do Cedar and Lazarus mean?

Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin). Lazarus means "God has helped" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cedar and Lazarus boy or girl names?

Cedar is primarily a boy name. Lazarus is primarily a boy name.

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