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Jethro vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jethro Rank #1,082
Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1082 for Jethro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jethro or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Jethro at #1082 in the United States.

What do Jethro and Cedric mean?

Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Jethro and Cedric boy or girl names?

Jethro is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.

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