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Monroe 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

Monroe Rank #1,282
Cedar Rank #1,203

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1282 for Monroe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe or Cedar more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Monroe at #1282 in the United States.

What do Monroe and Cedar mean?

Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Monroe and Cedar boy or girl names?

Monroe is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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