Credence

Q: What does the name Credence mean?

belief, trust, credibility. that which is believed

Q: What is the origin of the name Credence?

The name Credence has Medieval Latin (credentia), Latin (credere), American, English, and Christian origins.

Q: How popular is the name Credence?

Credence is ranked #5594 in popularity for boy names.

Q: What are common nicknames for Credence?

Common nicknames for Credence include Cre, Cry, Creie, and Credie.

Pronunciation: [ kr-EED-uhns ]

Boy Name #5,594 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables 8 Letters

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Meaning & Origin

"belief, trust, credibility"

Origin: Medieval Latin (credentia)

Language: English

"that which is believed"

Origin: Latin (credere)

Language: Latin

Things to Know About This Name

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.

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

Current Rank

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Famous People Named Credence

Credence Clearwater Revival

Musician

Iconic American rock band formed in 1967, known for swamp rock classics like Proud Mary and Bad Moon Rising

Credence Barebone Fictional

Other

Protagonist of the Fantastic Beasts film series, a powerful Obscurial wizard searching for his identity

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 Dence

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Middle Name Ideas

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Credence Harrison

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Credence Waylon

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Credence Jayden

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Sibling Names

Cadence Verity Valor Mercy Justice Truth Patience

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Also a Girl Name

Credence is also used as a girl name, ranked #18186.

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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.