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Name Origin

Cedric is a masculine given name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the Welsh words 'cedyr' meaning 'kind' or 'generous' and '-ic' which is a common suffix in Welsh names.

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Famous People

Cedric Gibbons (1893-1960)

Art Director

  • Won 11 Academy Awards for Best Art Direction

Cedric McMillan (1977-)

Bodybuilder

  • Won the Arnold Classic