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Randy vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Randy

Boy #1,019 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shield wolf, protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,019
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

25 High Risk

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Cedric

Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#945
Total SSA Count
242
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Randy Rank #1,019
Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1019 for Randy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Randy or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Randy at #1019 in the United States.

What do Randy and Cedric mean?

Randy means "shield wolf, protector" (Germanic origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Randy and Cedric boy or girl names?

Randy is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.

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