Hugh vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

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Hugh Rank #765

Cedric Rank #945

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #945 for Cedric.

Is Hugh or Cedric more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Cedric mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Hugh and Cedric boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.