Cedrick vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Cedrick Rank #2,713
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2713 for Cedrick.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cedrick ___

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

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedrick or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cedrick at #2713 in the United States.

What do Cedrick and Theodore mean?

Cedrick means "gift of splendor, bounty" (Celtic (via literary invention) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cedrick and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cedrick is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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