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Emmanuel vs Cesar

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

Emmanuel Rank #180
Cesar Rank #361

Emmanuel is more popular, ranked #180 vs #361 for Cesar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmanuel or Cesar more popular?

Emmanuel is more popular, ranked #180 compared to Cesar at #361 in the United States.

What do Emmanuel and Cesar mean?

Emmanuel means "God is with us" (Hebrew origin). Cesar means "head of hair" (Latin origin).

Are Emmanuel and Cesar boy or girl names?

Emmanuel is primarily a boy name. Cesar is primarily a boy name.

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