Cedric
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
42,167 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1982 Peak Popularity Year
987 Peak Births

Cedric Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Cedric is a name of Old English origin that was popularized by Sir Walter Scott in the 19th century. It means 'bounty' and has evolved from the historical form 'Cerdic'. The name carries traits of nobility and charm, with no direct biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cedric"

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Pronunciation

/ˈsɛdrɪk/

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Origin

Old English

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Etymology

The name Cedric is believed to have been created by Sir Walter Scott for a character in his novel 'Ivanhoe', inspired by the Old English name 'Cerdic', which is associated with a 6th-century king of the West Saxons.

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Meaning

bounty

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Language Evolution

Cerdic, Cedric

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Historical Usage

Cedric gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly following the publication of 'Ivanhoe' in 1819, where it was used as a noble character's name.

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Variants & Derivatives

Ceddy, Ced, Ced

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Cedric is viewed as a classic yet somewhat unique name, often associated with nobility and charm.

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Famous People

Cedric the Entertainer, Cedric Diggory (fictional character), Cedric Gibbons

📊 Cedric Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Cedric Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 987 peak births in 1982

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Cedric" - Complete Guide (7 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Cedric". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 7 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cedric"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Cedric"

"Cedric" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 959th of 7545 816
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 951st of 6773 832
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 408th of 7552 6,337
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 261st of 10718 13,118
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 332nd of 16616 11,153
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 568th of 24088 6,783
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 929th of 23106 2,811
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 7520th of 12526 41
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 5063rd of 19264 168
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 11872nd of 27321 69

Regional Popularity of "Cedric" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
61.37%
869th/1416
65.63%
905th/1379
61.45%
1454th/2366
68.30%
780th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
49.35%
763rd/1546
61.18%
952nd/1556
78.92%
1857th/2353
58.37%
903rd/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
18.37%
409th/2227
21.77%
529th/2430
11.95%
341st/2853
18.45%
512th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
11.95%
351st/2937
13.18%
459th/3483
4.49%
158th/3518
12.49%
505th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
10.45%
385th/3685
12.78%
572nd/4475
4.04%
210th/5194
8.41%
531st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
13.90%
637th/4582
17.35%
896th/5164
5.89%
431st/7313
9.51%
710th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
22.72%
905th/3984
28.77%
1291st/4487
12.24%
835th/6822
17.45%
1095th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Cedric" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Cedric"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Cedric" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cedric" in the United States

The name Cedric is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cedric has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cedric' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 959th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 951st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 408th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 261st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 332nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 568th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 929th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5063rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11872nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Cedric' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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