Branden vs Cedrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Ced

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Branden Rank #2,605
Cedrick Rank #2,713

Branden is more popular, ranked #2605 vs #2713 for Cedrick.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Branden ___

  • Branden James
  • Branden Lee
  • Branden Scott
  • Branden Michael
  • Branden Thomas
  • Branden Wayne

Cedrick ___

  • Cedrick James
  • Cedrick Michael
  • Cedrick Wayne
  • Cedrick Dean
  • Cedrick Allen
  • Cedrick Omar

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Branden

Tyler Trevor Ashley Brittany Kyle

If you choose Cedrick

Kendrick Darius Marcus Aaliyah Janelle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Branden or Cedrick more popular?

Branden is more popular, ranked #2605 compared to Cedrick at #2713 in the United States.

What do Branden and Cedrick mean?

Branden means "beacon hill" (Old English origin). Cedrick means "gift of splendor, bounty" (Celtic (via literary invention) origin).

Are Branden and Cedrick boy or girl names?

Branden is primarily a boy name. Cedrick is primarily a boy name.

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