Cezar

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Pronounced SEE-zar /ˈsi.zɑr/High

Meaning: A form/spelling of Caesar — from the Roman cognomen Caesar (of uncertain meaning, variously linked to 'a head of hair; thick-haired' and later 'an emperor'); routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: Thick-haired; an emperor: Cezar is a form of Caesar. Bold, classic, and warm.

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Origin LowLatin

MeaningA form/spelling of Caesar — from the Roman cognomen Caesar (of uncertain meaning, variously linked to 'a head of hair; thick-haired' and later 'an emperor'); routes uncertain

U.S. rank (2024)#8408 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2004

Total births (all-time)≈ 731

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cezar is a form/spelling of Caesar — from the Roman cognomen Caesar (of uncertain meaning, variously linked to 'a head of hair; thick-haired' and later 'an emperor'; routes uncertain, which we note). A bold, classic name (said 'SEE-zar').

In the U.S. it appears in Romanian, Polish and Hispanic families. Rare, an-emperor at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Caesar is a Roman cognomen of uncertain meaning, variously 'thick-haired' and later 'an emperor' — Cezar is a Romanian/Slavic form, bold and classic (the deeper root is uncertain, which we note; said 'SEE-zar').

Overall data confidence 34%

References — Caesar — routes uncertain

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cezar mean?

Cezar is a form of Caesar — a Roman cognomen of uncertain meaning, variously 'thick-haired' and 'an emperor'.

How do you pronounce Cezar?

It's said SEE-zar /ˈsi.zɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cezar a boy or girl name?

Cezar is a boy's name.

How popular is Cezar?

Cezar is a very rare name in the U.S.