Cedric vs Lyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cedric

Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

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Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish American English

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Cedric Rank #945

Lyle Rank #1,021

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Is Cedric or Lyle more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Lyle mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin).

Are Cedric and Lyle boy or girl names?

Cedric is primarily a boy name. Lyle is primarily a boy name.