Kedar
About Kedar
Kedar is a masculine name with rich biblical and Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, it means 'dark' or 'powerful' and appears in the Old Testament as the name of Ishmael's second son and a nomadic tribe that descended from him. In the Bible, Kedar is associated with prosperity and is mentioned in relation to wealth in livestock. The name also has significance in Arabic cultures, where it's associated with strength and capability. Despite its ancient origins, Kedar has a contemporary sound that has made it occasionally appealing to modern parents looking for a name with historical depth. While never extremely common in Western countries, it has maintained steady usage particularly among families valuing biblical or Middle Eastern naming traditions.
Pronounced KED-ahr.
As of October 2026, Kedar ranked #8597 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2579 in 1998.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Kedar on lists
Famous Kedars
- Kedar
Ishmael's son, Abraham's grandson (1 Chr. 1:29)