Kedarius

Meaning & origin

Kedarius is a modern American coinage that first appeared in Social Security records in 1991. The name's structure reflects a common pattern in African American naming traditions, where prefixes like 'Ke-' are combined with classic or invented suffixes. Its peak usage occurred in 2001, and the name has followed a stable trajectory since then, never entering the top 1000 rankings. The 1-in-N ratio for the most recent year is unavailable, indicating its rarity. While no top states are recorded for the name, its origin in the 1990s places it within the broader trend of creative names that emerged during that decade. Kedarius remains a distinctive choice, with pronunciation typically rendered as 'keh-DAIR-ee-us'.

Kedarius is a modern inventive name that emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in the United States in 1991. It follows a pattern of African American naming practices that blend existing name elements, such as the prefix Ke-, found in names like Keisha or Kevin, and the suffix -darius, derived from the ancient Persian name Darius. The name reached its peak popularity in 2001 and has since maintained a stable, low frequency of use.