Boy
Literary / Celtic
2 syllables
Cedric
SED-rik
/ˈsɛdrɪk/
"The bountiful" — a name of literary romance, medieval chivalry, and distinguished gentlemanly character
Cedric was essentially invented as a given name by Sir Walter Scott, who used it for the noble Saxon character Cedric of Rotherwood in his 1819 novel Ivanhoe, likely basing it on the historical Saxon name Cerdic. Frances Hodgson Burnett then popularized it further through Little Lord Fauntleroy in 1886. Though the name has an air of old-fashioned English nobility, it has found a new generation of fans through the Harry Potter character Cedric Diggory and the comedian Cedric the Entertainer.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesCed · ric
GenderBoy
OriginLiterary / Celtic
Root WordCerdic
MeaningBounty, pattern of bounty
PopularityUncommon
Peak Year1960
Trend
→ Stable
Nicknames
CedRickRicky
About the Name Cedric
Cedric is thought to mean 'bounty' or 'pattern of bounty,' derived from the Old English/Celtic name Cerdic. The name's meaning is uncertain as it was largely popularized through literary invention.
Cedric ranks around #710 in the US, making it uncommon. It was more popular in mid-20th century Britain and America but has since declined, though it retains a distinguished reputation.
Cedric suggests elegance, honor, and a quietly noble character. The name's literary associations evoke someone who is principled, courteous, and somewhat old-fashioned in the best sense — a true gentleman.
Traditional English names pair beautifully: Cedric James, Cedric Arthur, Cedric George, or Cedric William. Classic one or two-syllable middles complement Cedric's distinguished sound.
Cedric was essentially coined by Sir Walter Scott in 1819 for his novel Ivanhoe, likely adapting the historical Saxon royal name Cerdic. It has literary rather than ancient origins as a given name.
Ced is the most natural short form of Cedric. Rick or Ricky are also used, borrowing from the second syllable. Many who bear the name prefer the full Cedric for its distinguished, complete sound.
Personality of Cedric
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Cedric
Creativity
75%
Elegance
85%
Independence
80%
Intelligence
82%
Strength
72%
Warmth
72%
Famous People Named Cedric
C
Cedric Diggory
The noble and fair Hogwarts champion from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, played by Robert Pattinson
C
Cedric the Entertainer
American stand-up comedian and actor, born Cedric Antonio Kyles, known for the Kings of Comedy tour
C
Cedric of Rotherwood
The fictional Saxon nobleman in Sir Walter Scott's Ivanhoe (1819), who gave the name widespread literary currency
L
Little Lord Fauntleroy (Cedric Errol)
The beloved child hero of Frances Hodgson Burnett's 1886 novel who brought the name to Victorian households worldwide
Middle Names for Cedric
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Cedric
Cedric James
Cedric Arthur
Cedric George
Cedric Henry
Cedric Thomas
Cedric William
Cedric Edmund
Cedric Frederick
Cedric Oliver
Cedric Robert
Cedric Percival
Cedric Hugh
Names Similar to Cedric
Similar Sound
Similar Meaning
Sibling Name Ideas
History of Cedric
c. 500 CE
Cerdic, the historical Saxon king from whom the name likely derives, rules in Britain
1819
Sir Walter Scott creates Cedric of Rotherwood in Ivanhoe, bringing the name to literary prominence
1886
Frances Hodgson Burnett publishes Little Lord Fauntleroy featuring Cedric Errol, popularizing the name with Victorian families
1960s
Cedric reaches its peak popularity in the UK and US, associated with a certain upper-class English character
2005
Cedric Diggory appears in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, introducing the name to a new generation
Numerology & Symbolism of Cedric
6
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
5
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Leo
6
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Burgundy Gold
💎
Lucky Stone
Topaz
🌸
Lucky Flower
Golden Rod
Cedric Around the World
How Cedric is written in different languages and scripts
سيدريك
Arabic
セドリック
Japanese
Седрик
Russian
세드릭
Korean
塞德里克
Chinese
Σέντρικ
Greek
सेड्रिक
Hindi
סדריק
Hebrew
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