Cedrick

Meaning of Cedrick

Cedrick is a masculine given name of English origin, a variant spelling of Cedric first popularized by Sir Walter Scott in his 1819 novel Ivanhoe and ultimately traced back to the Brythonic name Cerdic, borne by a 6th-century king of the West Saxons. Its precise meaning remains the subject of scholarly debate, though it is often associated with leadership and nobility. In the United States, usage of Cedrick has been steady but modest since the 1950s, peaking in the mid-1980s and registering 48 newborns (rank 876) in 2024. Pronounced SEHD-rik (/ˈsɛd.rɪk/), the name’s concise, two-syllable structure fits comfortably within Anglo-American naming patterns. Cedrick appeals to parents seeking a name that combines literary heritage, historical depth and a touch of contemporary familiarity without veering into the overly common.