Lotus tree or star-like
In Arabic, Sedra refers to the Sidra tree, a lote-tree mentioned in the Quran as being at the highest point in heaven. It is also sometimes interpreted as meaning 'star-like' or 'of the stars' in other linguistic contexts. The name carries a sense of spiritual elevation and natural beauty.
Less common today
Sedra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,724 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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