Cedric

Meaning of Cedric

The name Cedric means 'kind' or 'loved'. It's thought to come from an old Welsh word or possibly a variation of an English name.

Cedric has Welsh/English roots — browse every Welsh/English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Cedric

After ranking as high as #461 in 2001, Cedric has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Cedric

• Cedric the Entertainer
  Comedian and actor
• Cedric Soares
  Portuguese professional footballer
• Cedric Yarbrough
  Actor and comedian
• Cedric Price
  Innovative British architect
• Cedric Gibbons
  Art director, Oscar winner

Questions about the name Cedric

What does the name Cedric mean?

Cedric means the name cedric means 'kind' or 'loved'. it's thought to come from an old welsh word or possibly a variation of an english name, and it comes from Welsh/English origins.

Is Cedric a boy's or a girl's name?

Cedric is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Cedric?

Cedric did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Cedric most popular?

Cedric peaked at #461 in 2001.