What César means
César is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "hairy". It comes from Latin Caesar, a Roman cognomen possibly from caesaries (hair), or from caedere (to cut). It is pronounced SEH-sar.
Meaning uncertain; both classical explanations are guesses. Julio César Chávez, boxing champion. César Costa, singer and actor.
About this meaning. The etymology is uncertain or disputed. The reading above is the best-supported one; popular baby-name sites often give a more romantic gloss that the dictionaries do not confirm.
Popularity: one of the most common names in Mexico. See the current top names.
