A 1890s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Ceaser since 1890
Babies named Ceaser per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1995, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ceaser's real moment was 1890.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 10 |
| 1900s | 22 |
| 1910s | 61 |
| 1920s | 71 |
| 1930s | 67 |
| 1940s | 71 |
| 1950s | 64 |
| 1960s | 65 |
| 1970s | 80 |
| 1980s | 60 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 66 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Ceaser is a variant spelling of Caesar that appeared in U.S. birth records as early as 1890, though it never achieved widespread popularity. In fact, its peak year was 1890, when it first appeared, but it has never ranked in the top 1000. The name saw a minor revival starting in 2022, with a slight uptick in use, but remains exceedingly rare. No states recorded Ceaser among their top names. Those who choose it often lean into its classical Roman associations, though the spelling Ceaser is less conventional than Caesar or the Spanish Cesar. For parents seeking a name with historical weight and a distinctive look, Ceaser offers a subtle twist without straying far from its ancient roots.
Ceaser is a variant of the Latin name Caesar, derived from the Latin word 'caesaries' (head of hair) or possibly from 'caedere' (to cut). The name was famously borne by Julius Caesar, though its modern use as a given name is rare and often follows the spelling 'Caesar'. In the U.S., the spelling 'Ceaser' has been recorded since the 1890s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cease
Sibling names for Ceaser
Names that share Ceaser's style, for a brother or sister.
