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Markus 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

Markus Rank #1,231
Cedar Rank #1,203

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1231 for Markus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Markus or Cedar more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Markus at #1231 in the United States.

What do Markus and Cedar mean?

Markus means "warlike, martial" (Latin origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Markus and Cedar boy or girl names?

Markus is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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