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Cedric vs Jon

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cedric Rank #945
Jon Rank #893

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #945 for Cedric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedric or Jon more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Jon mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cedric and Jon boy or girl names?

Cedric is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.

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