Cedric vs Eddie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cedric

Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #945
Total SSA Count: 242
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

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Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #943
Total SSA Count: 243
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cedric Rank #945

Eddie Rank #943

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 vs #945 for Cedric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedric or Eddie more popular?

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Eddie mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin).

Are Cedric and Eddie boy or girl names?

Cedric is primarily a boy name. Eddie is primarily a boy name.

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