Do you think Cedric will become more popular?

[MNerGalore]

I've just seen a video stating that this name is expected to rise in popularity for baby boys soon. The woman who said it was American, so maybe this applies to the states more than here. I can't say that I've ever met a Cedric in my life and am curious what would be causing the rise in popularity. It seems a bit random. Thoughts?

I know a Cedric, personally I think it’s a lovely name but I’m aware that I’m very much in the minority so I can’t see it becoming super popular any time soon.

If it hasn't already increased in popularity due to the character named Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter, then I don't see it becoming any more popular in future.

Definitely not the next Leo / Noah etc

A horrifically-farting boxer dog in James Herriot's book. And a tragic Harry Potter character. It's a no from me!

I like these old-English names. I know a Cedric. I saw Gilbert mentioned in a thread a few days ago, which I like too.

Lovely name. I’d use it

I wouldn't be surprised. Cedric does seem to fit some current trends (older softer-sounding names). Years ago, nobody thought Noah and Theodore would be as popular as they are today.

I hope not. It’s awful. Sorry, Cedrics.

I know a Cedric but he’s French so maybe it’s more popular there?

I’d say no, I can’t see it having a major comeback, but then if Albert & Edmund have made it who knows?

No it’s awful. The only Cedric I know used to wet the bed when he was drunk

Cedric will always be Cyril Sneers son to me 😭

Not a hope.

My DC has 6 of them in his school year. Even more popular than Balonz.

This was my first thought too 😂

It's not really Old English though, it is a fictional name invented by Sir Walter Scott. To me, it belongs in the 'wet' corner with Rupert and Walter. Gilbert is fabulous though!

I think Nigel and Timothy are pretty soggy too. I thought Cedric was the anglicised version of the Welsh name Cedrych.

Same here!!

We have two 3 year old Cedric’s in my sons nursery.
I think it’s gaining in popularity but don’t think it will ever be top 10 like Noah, Arthur etc

No.

Cedric - Wikipedia
I've no idea who or what Cedrych is, it's only coming up on dodgy baby name sites.

I've seen another Welsh name, Ceretic, cited as possible inspiration for it, but it's all speculation. I'm fascinated by invented names, and why authors choose to create a name instead of using an appropriate existing one. You never really know where they plucked their inventions from.

No. Because it’s awful. Gilbert (gil) has a v different vibe.

I’d like to see it become more popular!

How about Cecil? Is that due a comeback (apart from Brad Pitt's brother, of course)?

I’m shocked that I’m seeing Gilbert and fabulous in the same sentence. 😳