César
César is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Possibly 'hairy'; origin debated”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'hairy'; origin debated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | SEH-sahr |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Peru, Spain, Brazil |
Meaning and origin of César
César comes from the Latin Caesar, a branch name of the Julian family made famous by Julius Caesar. Its meaning is uncertain: ancient writers offered several explanations, including 'caesaries', a head of hair, which gives the 'long-haired' gloss, but none is confirmed. After Julius, the name became an imperial title, which also lies behind 'Kaiser' and 'Tsar'. Modern bearers include Mexican-American activist César Chávez and Peruvian poet César Vallejo.
Is César a Christian name?
Caesar appears in the Gospels, notably in Jesus' saying about rendering to Caesar what is Caesar's, but the name is used today as a secular, classical choice.
How popular is César?
Widely used in Latin America and Spain.
Gifts with the name César
- César name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised César baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of César
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name César mean?
César means 'Possibly 'hairy'; origin debated'. It is of Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is César a Christian name?
Caesar appears in the Gospels, notably in Jesus' saying about rendering to Caesar what is Caesar's, but the name is used today as a secular, classical choice.
How do you pronounce César?
César is pronounced SEH-sahr.
Is César a boy or girl name?
César is usually a boy name.