Cedar vs Liam

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
Nicknames
Ced, Cey, Ceie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cedar Rank #1,203
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cedar ___

  • Cedar James
  • Cedar Lake
  • Cedar Stone
  • Cedar River
  • Cedar Finn
  • Cedar Wolf

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cedar

Juniper Birch Willow Sage Rowan

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Cedar and Liam mean?

Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Cedar and Liam boy or girl names?

Cedar is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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