How Many People Are Named Caesar?

Complete statistics for the name Caesar: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Caesar
Rare
Latin

Caesar means 'dictator' in Latin and has a very rare presence in the US, with only 1 in 85,453 Americans bearing this name. That's just 3,862 people today, making it truly unique. The name saw its peak popularity in 2015 with 92 births, showing it's still gaining traction among newer generations.

~3,599
Living in US
1 in 92,095
Americans
2015
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Dictator
🌐
Origin
Latin
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Strong
2
Life Path Number

Traditionally, the life-path number 2 signifies balance, harmony, and cooperation.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

3,862
Worldwide Bearers
#41,666
Global Rank
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
367
🇿🇲 Zambia
299
🇿🇦 South Africa
274
🇰🇪 Kenya
222
🇨🇦 Canada
195
🇮🇱 Israel
189
🇮🇳 India
167
🇨🇳 China
111
🇳🇱 Netherlands
108
🇹🇿 Tanzania
104

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
3,862 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 53
1,672
Would be under 30 (31%)
1,677
Would be 30–60 (31%)
2,050
Would be over 60 (38%)

All 5,399 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2015

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
33
Modern Appeal
87
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Caesar Through the Generations

Caesar, a name steeped in history and power, has seen a steady rise in popularity over recent years. With 3,862 people named Caesar currently living in the US, the name's distribution across different age groups reveals an interesting pattern. About 31% of those named Caesar are under 30, another 31% fall between 30 and 60, while the remaining 38% are over 60, indicating a fairly even spread. This suggests that while Caesar remains a relatively uncommon choice, it's becoming increasingly popular among younger parents, ensuring its legacy continues into future generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 1,164
New York 528
Texas 478
Illinois 81
Pennsylvania 44
Florida 30
Georgia 28
Arizona 21
Massachusetts 17
New Jersey 17

⭐ Famous People Named Caesar

Caesar is a masculine given name. Notable people with the name include:Caesar Bacarella, American racing driver Caesar Cardini (1896–1956), Italian hotel owner, restaurateur, and chef in Tijuana, Mexico Caesar E. Farah (1929–2009), American scholar and historian Caesar Korolenko (1933–2020), Russian psychiatrist Caesar Lvovich Kunikov (1909–1943), officer in the Soviet Union "Caesar" Li Mao, member of Mandopop boy band Top Combine Caesar Rodney (1728–1784), signer of the American Declaration of Independence 1776 Takeshi Caesar, Japanese kickboxer Caesar von Hofacker (1896–1944), member of the …

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✨ Similar Names to Caesar

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Caesar's Latin roots

📄 About the Name Caesar

How Many People Have the Name Caesar?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,599 people in the United States currently share the name Caesar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 92,095 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Caesar a Common or Rare Name?

Caesar is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Caesar Mean?

Caesar means "dictator" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Caesar in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Caesar Most Popular?

The name Caesar reached peak popularity in 2015, with 92 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Caesar?

Approximately 3,599 people named Caesar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,599. That works out to roughly 1 in 92,095 Americans.

Is Caesar a rare name?

Caesar is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 92,095 Americans has this name.

What does the name Caesar mean?

Caesar means "dictator" and comes from Latin origins.

Is Caesar more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Caesar are male and 0% are female.

When was Caesar most popular?

Caesar peaked in 2015 with 92 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US3,599
All-Time Births3,599
1 in X1 in 92,095
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age53
Peak Year2015
World Rank#41,666
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.