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Cedric vs Byron

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Byron

Boy #884 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the cattle sheds, one from the byres"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#884
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cedric Rank #945
Byron Rank #884

Byron is more popular, ranked #884 vs #945 for Cedric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedric or Byron more popular?

Byron is more popular, ranked #884 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Byron mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Byron means "at the cattle sheds, one from the byres" (Old English origin).

Are Cedric and Byron boy or girl names?

Cedric is primarily a boy name. Byron is primarily a boy name.

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