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Percy vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
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

Percy Rank #1,256
Cedar Rank #1,203

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Cedar more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Percy and Cedar mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Percy and Cedar boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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