Cedric
boy name#1051 in 2025Cedric entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #230 in 1974, ranks #1051 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#1051
rank today
#230
peak (1974)
209
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #919 |
| 1900s | #941 |
| 1910s | #921 |
| 1920s | #1080 |
| 1930s | #996 |
| 1940s | #840 |
| 1950s | #469 |
| 1960s | #291 |
| 1970s | #245 |
| 1980s | #279 |
| 1990s | #407 |
| 2000s | #566 |
| 2010s | #854 |
| 2020s | #1000 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cedric has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 37,000 people named Cedric are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cedric alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cedric in 2025?
- Cedric ranks #1051 among US boy names in 2025, with 209 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cedric most popular?
- Cedric peaked in 1974, reaching #230 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cedric with classmates?
- Cedric will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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