Cederic Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SEH-drik //ˈsɛdrɪk//
Origin: Old English; French
Meaning: Old English: 'bounty' or 'generosity'; French: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cederic is believed to have originated from the Old English name "Cēadric," which is derived from the elements "cēad," meaning "battle," and "ric," meaning "ruler" or "power." This etymological root reflects a common practice in early Germanic languages where names were often constructed from meaningful components that conveyed strength or leadership. The name evolved through various forms, including the Old High German "Kedrich" and the Old Norse "Kjǫðr," before being adapted into the modern English form, Cederic.
Historically, the name gained prominence in the 9th century, particularly through the figure of Saint Cedd, an Anglo-Saxon missionary and bishop who played a significant role in the Christianization of parts of England. His influence, along with the spread of Christianity, contributed to the adoption of names like Cederic in the Anglo-Saxon community.
The name was further popularized in the 19th century by Sir Walter Scott's novel "Ivanhoe," published in 1820, where the character Cedric of Rotherwood is a noble Saxon, reinforcing the name's association with nobility and leadership. Culturally, Cederic has been associated with themes of valor and authority, resonating with the ideals of chivalry and nobility in medieval literature.
The name's historical significance is underscored by its ties to various noble families and its representation in literature, which has helped maintain its presence in the cultural consciousness. A related diminutive form, Ced, has also been used, highlighting the name's adaptability and enduring appeal through the centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cederic was first seen in the United States in 1958.
Cederic has ranked as high as #1132 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Cederic has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cederic is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cederic was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Cederic
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cederic.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |