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Joan vs Cedar

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

Joan Rank #1,014
Cedar Rank #1,203

Joan is more popular, ranked #1014 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joan or Cedar more popular?

Joan is more popular, ranked #1014 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Joan and Cedar mean?

Joan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Joan and Cedar boy or girl names?

Joan is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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