"that which one believes"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Creedence
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- Strongly associated with Creedence Clearwater Revival, the rock band; also Credence Barebone from Fantastic Beasts
The Story of Creedence
Creedence derives from the Latin 'credentia,' meaning 'belief' or 'that which is believed,' rooted in 'credere' (to believe) — the same root that gives us 'creed,' 'credit,' and 'credible.' As a given name, Creedence is largely associated with Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), the iconic American rock band formed in 1967, whose roots-rock sound defined an era. John Fogerty, the band's creative force, chose 'Creedence' to evoke authenticity and belief — a reflection of the band's no-nonsense American sound.
Creedence has emerged as a fashionable name among music-loving parents who want something with vintage rock credibility. The word-name trend (Faith, Hope, Justice, Creed) has created space for Creedence as a distinctive masculine option.
Creedence Clearwater Revival produced some of the most enduring American rock music, including Proud Mary, Bad Moon Rising, and Fortunate Son — anthems tied to the Vietnam era and the American experience. The name carries the weight of that musical legacy.
Historical Record
Creedence first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 435 babies have been named Creedence in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Creedence is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,302 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Creedence Clearwater Revival had five albums in the top 10 simultaneously in 1969
- Credence Barebone is the powerful obscurial in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (variant spelling)
Creedence in Other Languages
Latin
Credentia
French
Croyance
Spanish
Creencia
Popularity Over Time
#3,302
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Creedence
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John Fogerty (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
Musician
1945
Frontman of CCR, the iconic American roots-rock band behind Proud Mary and Fortunate Son
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Credence Barebone Fictional
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The powerful and tragic obscurial in the Fantastic Beasts film series
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,302
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Creed
Cree
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Frequently Asked Questions About Creedence
What does the name Creedence mean?
"that which one believes" (from Latin). Creedence derives from the Latin 'credentia,' meaning 'belief' or 'that which is believed,' rooted in 'credere' (to believe) — the same root that gives us 'creed,' 'credit,' and 'credible.' As a given name, Creedence is largely associated with Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), the iconic American rock band formed in 1967, whose roots-rock sound defined an era. John Fogerty, the band's creative force, chose 'Creedence' to evoke authenticity and belief — a reflection of the band's no-nonsense American sound.
What is the origin of the name Creedence?
Creedence has Latin, American, and English origins. In Latin, it means "that which one believes".
Is Creedence a boy or girl name?
Creedence is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3302. As a girl name, it is ranked #15032. Creedence is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Creedence?
Creedence is currently ranked #3302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Creedence?
Common nicknames for Creedence include Creed and Cree.
What are good middle names for Creedence?
Popular middle name pairings include Creedence James, Creedence Lee, Creedence Ray, Creedence Cole, Creedence Dean, and Creedence John.
What are good sibling names for Creedence?
Names that pair well with Creedence as siblings include Lennon, Hendrix, Jagger, Zeppelin, River, and Fleetwood.
How many syllables does Creedence have?
Creedence has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Creedence a common or rare name?
Creedence is an uncommon name, ranked #3302 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Creedence
Creedence is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "that which one believes" in Latin .
Is Creedence a boy or girl name? Creedence is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,302 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #15,032. Creedence is more commonly used as a boy name.
Creedence is currently ranked #3,302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Creedence has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Creedence include Creed and Cree. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Creedence include Creed, Cree, Creek, Creeden . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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