Cedar vs Marla

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
Marla Rank #2,326

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 vs #2326 for Marla.

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

Marla ___

  • Marla Jean
  • Marla Ann
  • Marla Kay
  • Marla Lynn
  • Marla Rose
  • Marla Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cedar

Juniper Birch Willow Sage Rowan

If you choose Marla

Darla Carla Sharla Harlan Garland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar or Marla more popular?

Cedar is more popular, ranked #1203 compared to Marla at #2326 in the United States.

What do Cedar and Marla mean?

Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin). Marla means "woman of Magdala, beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cedar and Marla boy or girl names?

Cedar is primarily a boy name. Marla is primarily a girl name.

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