Cesar

Meaning of Cesar

It means 'emperor' or 'ruler', stemming from the Roman family name Caesar. The original meaning of the Roman family name is debated, possibly referring to hair or eye color.

Cesar has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Cesar

Cesar has cooled off, slipping to #385 in 2025, down from a peak of #158 in 2004.

Notable people named Cesar

• Julius Caesar
  Roman general, statesman, emperor
• Cesar Millan
  "Dog Whisperer," TV personality
• Cesar Chavez
  American labor leader, activist
• Cesar Azpilicueta
  Spanish professional footballer
• César Pelli
  Argentine-American architect

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Questions about the name Cesar

What does the name Cesar mean?

Cesar means it means 'emperor' or 'ruler', stemming from the roman family name caesar. the original meaning of the roman family name is debated, possibly referring to hair or eye color, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Cesar a boy's or a girl's name?

Cesar is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Cesar?

In 2025, Cesar ranked #385 for boys, down from #360 the year before.

When was Cesar most popular?

Cesar peaked at #158 in 2004.