Hershel vs Cedrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hershel

Boy #2,764 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deer, little deer"

Origin: Yiddish (from German Hirsch)

Cultural Roots

Jewish Ashkenazi Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,764
Total SSA Count: 47
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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Jaydan Jakyrie Novah Judge

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Cedrick

Boy #2,713 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of splendor, bounty"

Origin: Celtic (via literary invention)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,713
Total SSA Count: 48
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hershel Rank #2,764

Cedrick Rank #2,713

Cedrick is more popular, ranked #2713 vs #2764 for Hershel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hershel or Cedrick more popular?

Cedrick is more popular, ranked #2713 compared to Hershel at #2764 in the United States.

What do Hershel and Cedrick mean?

Hershel means "deer, little deer" (Yiddish (from German Hirsch) origin). Cedrick means "gift of splendor, bounty" (Celtic (via literary invention) origin).

Are Hershel and Cedrick boy or girl names?

Hershel is primarily a boy name. Cedrick is primarily a boy name.

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