Gary vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gary

Boy #1,133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

American English Irish

12 High Risk

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Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

English French Welsh

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Gary Rank #1,133

Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1133 for Gary.

Is Gary or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Gary at #1133 in the United States.

What do Gary and Cedric mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Gary and Cedric boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.