Billy vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Billy

Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

English American Australian Irish

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Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

English French Welsh

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Billy Rank #1,051

Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Cedric mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Billy and Cedric boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.