"belief, trust, credibility"
Origin: Medieval Latin (credentia)
Language: English
Credence
Pronunciation: [ kr-EED-uhns ]
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Meaning & Origin
"that which is believed"
Origin: Latin (credere)
Language: Latin
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- Associated with Credence Barebone, a troubled dark wizard character in Fantastic Beasts films (since 2016)
The Story of Credence
Credence comes from the Medieval Latin 'credentia', meaning belief or trust, derived from 'credere' (to believe) — the same root as 'creed', 'credible', and 'credit'. In medieval Europe, a 'credence' was a sideboard where food was tasted before serving to royalty to verify it wasn't poisoned — a 'credence table'. As an English word name, Credence carries connotations of faith, trust, and intellectual honesty.
Credence gained cultural visibility through two distinct modern references: Credence Clearwater Revival (CCR), the iconic 1960s-70s rock band, and Credence Barebone, a character in the Fantastic Beasts Harry Potter spinoff films (2016-present). The name appeals to parents who want a virtue name with rock-and-roll or literary associations.
As a virtue name, Credence joins a tradition of English names like Faith, Hope, Grace, and Verity that express moral and spiritual qualities. Its Latin ecclesiastical roots give it a serious, intellectual weight. In Christian contexts, credence relates to the credence table still used in some liturgical services.
Historical Record
Credence first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 122 babies have been named Credence in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Credence is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #5,594 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Credence Clearwater Revival formed in El Cerrito, California in 1967 and had hits including Proud Mary and Bad Moon Rising
- The Italian word 'credenza' (sideboard/buffet) shares the same etymological root and entered English as a furniture term
- Credence Barebone in Fantastic Beasts is portrayed as one of the most powerful Obscurials in wizarding history
Credence in Other Languages
Latin
Credentia
French
Créance
German
Kredenz
Italian
Credenza
Spanish
Credencia
Popularity Over Time
#5,594
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Famous People Named Credence
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Credence Clearwater Revival
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Iconic American rock band formed in 1967, known for swamp rock classics like Proud Mary and Bad Moon Rising
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,594
- Total SSA Count
- 17
- Cultural Origins
- American English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Cree
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Frequently Asked Questions About Credence
What does the name Credence mean?
"belief, trust, credibility" (from Medieval Latin (credentia)). "that which is believed" (from Latin (credere)). Credence comes from the Medieval Latin 'credentia', meaning belief or trust, derived from 'credere' (to believe) — the same root as 'creed', 'credible', and 'credit'. In medieval Europe, a 'credence' was a sideboard where food was tasted before serving to royalty to verify it wasn't poisoned — a 'credence table'. As an English word name, Credence carries connotations of faith, trust, and intellectual honesty.
What is the origin of the name Credence?
Credence has Medieval Latin (credentia), Latin (credere), American, English, and Christian origins. In Medieval Latin (credentia), it means "belief, trust, credibility". In Latin (credere), it means "that which is believed".
Is Credence a boy or girl name?
Credence is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5594. As a girl name, it is ranked #18186. Credence is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Credence?
Credence is pronounced kr-EED-uhns.
How popular is the name Credence?
Credence is currently ranked #5594 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Credence?
Common nicknames for Credence include Cree and Dence.
What are good middle names for Credence?
Popular middle name pairings include Credence James, Credence Paul, Credence River, Credence Lake, Credence Blue, Credence Alexander, and Credence John.
What are good sibling names for Credence?
Names that pair well with Credence as siblings include Cadence, Verity, Valor, Mercy, Justice, Truth, and Patience.
How many syllables does Credence have?
Credence has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Credence a common or rare name?
Credence is an uncommon name, ranked #5594 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Credence
Credence is a boy name with American, English, and Christian origins . The name means "belief, trust, credibility" in Medieval Latin (credentia) .
Is Credence a boy or girl name? Credence is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,594 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #18,186. Credence is more commonly used as a boy name.
Credence is currently ranked #5,594 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Credence has 2 syllables and is pronounced kr-EED-uhns, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Credence include Cree and Dence. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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