Ernest vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Cedric mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Ernest and Cedric boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.