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Philip 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

Philip Rank #522
Cesar Rank #361

Cesar is more popular, ranked #361 vs #522 for Philip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Philip or Cesar more popular?

Cesar is more popular, ranked #361 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Cesar mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Cesar means "head of hair" (Latin origin).

Are Philip and Cesar boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Cesar is primarily a boy name.

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