Cedar

Cedar takes its meaning directly from the cedar tree. It belongs with nature names such as Ash and Oak, where an ordinary tree word becomes a given name. The tree’s fragrant wood is part of the association, while the literal meaning remains “cedar tree.”

Pronounced SEE-dur, Cedar has two syllables and is used for both boys and girls. For parents comparing nature names, Ash and Oak offer shorter sounds, while Cypress gives another tree-inspired option. These are names with a shared botanical theme, not alternative spellings or nicknames for Cedar.