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Cesar vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cesar

Boy #361 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"head of hair"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#361
Total SSA Count
916
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cesar Rank #361
Philip Rank #522

Cesar is more popular, ranked #361 vs #522 for Philip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cesar or Philip more popular?

Cesar is more popular, ranked #361 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Cesar and Philip mean?

Cesar means "head of hair" (Latin origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Cesar and Philip boy or girl names?

Cesar is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.

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