Cedric vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Ced, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cedric Rank #945
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #945 for Cedric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cedric ___

  • Cedric James
  • Cedric Arthur
  • Cedric William
  • Cedric Thomas
  • Cedric George
  • Cedric Oliver

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cedric

Edmund Roland Rosalind Bertram Clara

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedric or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Oliver mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Cedric and Oliver boy or girl names?

Cedric is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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