Caesar
Meaning of Caesar
Caesar is a strong and timeless name for boys. It has its origins in Latin, where it means "long-haired." The name Caesar carries with it a rich history and associations of power and leadership, as it was famously borne by Julius Caesar, the Roman general and statesman who played a crucial role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. In English, the name Caesar is pronounced as SEE-zur (/ˈsiːzər/). The variations of the name include Cesar. While not as popular today as it once was, Caesar remains a classic choice for parents looking to give their child a dignified and historically significant name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SEE-zur (/ˈsiːzər/)
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Notable People Named Caesar
| Caesar Barrand Hull, DFC was a Royal Air Force (RAF) flying ace during the Second World War, known for his bravery in the Norwegian Campaign and as one of "The Few" in the Battle of Britain before being shot down and killed. |
| Caesar Rodney was an American Founding Father, lawyer, and politician known for his role in the American Revolutionary War and as a signer of the Declaration of Independence. |
| Caesar Augustus Rodney was a prominent American lawyer and politician known for his service in various government positions. |
| Caesar Okhuti is a retired Ugandan footballer who later became a coach, known for his successful career with various clubs in the Ugandan Premier League. |
| Caesar Perkins was a Republican member of the Virginia General Assembly, representing Buckingham County and elected in 1869 and 1887. |
| Cecil Augustus Wright, also known as Caesar Wright, was a Canadian jurist and law professor who introduced the Harvard case method into Canadian legal education and was recognized for his confrontational demeanor. |
| Caesar Kleberg was a prominent American conservationist known as "the father of wildlife conservation in Texas" and honored with an award for excellence in applied wildlife research. |
| Caesar Reghini was a Roman Catholic prelate and the Bishop of Sarsina from 1646 to 1658. |
| Caesar Garcia is an American diver who competed at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens in the men's 10 metre platform event. |
