Cedric vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cedric

Edmund Roland Rosalind Bertram Clara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedric or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cedric at #945 in the United States.

What do Cedric and Theodore mean?

Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cedric and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cedric is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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