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Cesar vs Raphael

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
Raphael Rank #421

Cesar is more popular, ranked #361 vs #421 for Raphael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cesar or Raphael more popular?

Cesar is more popular, ranked #361 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Cesar and Raphael mean?

Cesar means "head of hair" (Latin origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cesar and Raphael boy or girl names?

Cesar is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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