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Duncan vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Duncan Rank #1,104
Cedar Rank #1,203

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duncan or Cedar more popular?

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Duncan and Cedar mean?

Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Duncan and Cedar boy or girl names?

Duncan is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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