Find out how popular the first name Kedarrius has been for the last 8 years (from 1995 to 2002) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kedarrius by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Kedarrius is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2002, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kedarrius.

The history of the first name Kedarrius

The name Kedarrius is a modern invention, likely derived from a combination of the Hebrew names Kedar and Darius. It does not have a deep historical origin or etymology rooted in any specific language or culture.

Kedar was the name of a son of Ishmael in the Bible and is also associated with an ancient Arabian tribe known as the Kedarites. The name Darius is derived from the Persian word "Darayavahush," which means "he who holds firm the good." This name was borne by several Persian kings of the Achaemenid dynasty, including Darius the Great, who ruled from 522 to 486 BCE.

There are no known historical references or mentions of the name Kedarrius in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. The earliest recorded examples of this name are likely from the late 20th or early 21st century, as it appears to be a modern invention.

Due to its relatively recent origin, there are no famous historical figures or notable individuals from centuries past who bore the name Kedarrius. However, here are five individuals with this first name who have gained some recognition in modern times:

1. Kedarrius Toney (born 1995), an American football wide receiver who played for the University of Florida and was drafted by the New York Giants in 2021.

2. Kedarrius Sullivan (born 1997), an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Memphis Hustle in the NBA G League.

3. Kedarrius Peebles (born 1998), an American professional basketball player who played for the University of South Carolina Upstate and currently plays in the NBA G League.

4. Kedarrius Benjamin (born 1998), an American football cornerback who played for the University of Mississippi and was signed by the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2021.

5. Kedarrius Bankston (born 1998), an American football defensive back who played for the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and was signed by the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2021.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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