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Ralph 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

Ralph Rank #1,153
Cedar Rank #1,203

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralph or Cedar more popular?

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Ralph and Cedar mean?

Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Ralph and Cedar boy or girl names?

Ralph is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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