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Rodney vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rodney

Boy #1,086 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"reed island, island near the clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,086
Total SSA Count
200
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

Rodney Rank #1,086
Cedar Rank #1,203

Rodney is more popular, ranked #1086 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rodney or Cedar more popular?

Rodney is more popular, ranked #1086 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Rodney and Cedar mean?

Rodney means "reed island, island near the clearing" (Old English origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Rodney and Cedar boy or girl names?

Rodney is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.

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