Cedric Quinlan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cedric Quinlan — English
44K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cedric Quinlan is a name that combines English origins. The first name Cedric is a masculine given name of English origin. Cedric () is a given name invented by Sir Walter Scott in the 1819 novel Ivanhoe. The invented name is based on Cerdic, the name of a 6th-century Anglo-Saxon king (itself from Brittonic Coroticus). The name was not popularly used until the children's book Little Lord Fauntleroy by Frances Hodgson Burnett was published in 1885 to 1886, the protagonist of which is called Cedric Errol. The book was highly successful, causing a fashion trend in children's formal dress in America and popularized the given name. The surname Quinlan: Surname Agnes Clune Quinlan (1873-1949), Irish composer Anthony Quinlan (born 1984), English actor Arthur Quinlan (1921–2012), Irish journalist Bernard Quinlan (1885–1950), Australian cricketer and doctor Bernie Quinlan (born 1951), Australian rules footballer Bill Quinlan (1932–2015), American professional football player Carrie Quinlan, British actress and comedy writer Derek Quinlan (born 1947), Irish businessman Dan Quinlan (1863–1940), American actor and vaudeville and minstrel show performer. Frances Quinlan, (born c. Cedric is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 44K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cedric reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cedric

English

Cedric () is a given name invented by Sir Walter Scott in the 1819 novel Ivanhoe. The invented name is based on Cerdic, the name of a 6th-century Anglo-Saxon king (itself from Brittonic Coroticus). The name was not popularly used until the children's book Little Lord Fauntleroy by Frances Hodgson Burnett was published in 1885 to 1886, the protagonist of which is called Cedric Errol. The book was highly successful, causing a fashion trend in children's formal dress in America and popularized the given name.

Surname: Quinlan

Irish

Surname Agnes Clune Quinlan (1873-1949), Irish composer Anthony Quinlan (born 1984), English actor Arthur Quinlan (1921–2012), Irish journalist Bernard Quinlan (1885–1950), Australian cricketer and doctor Bernie Quinlan (born 1951), Australian rules footballer Bill Quinlan (1932–2015), American professional football player Carrie Quinlan, British actress and comedy writer Derek Quinlan (born 1947), Irish businessman Dan Quinlan (1863–1940), American actor and vaudeville and minstrel show performer. Frances Quinlan, (born c.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cedric is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cedric by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cedric Quinlan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cedric Quinlan:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cedric?
The first name Cedric originates from English. Cedric () is a given name invented by Sir Walter Scott in the 1819 novel Ivanhoe. The invented name is based on Cerdic, the name of a 6th-century Anglo-Saxon king (itself from Brittonic Coroticus). The name was not popularly used until the children's book Little Lord Fauntleroy by Frances Hodgson Burnett was published in 1885 to 1886, the protagonist of which is called Cedric Errol. The book was highly successful, causing a fashion trend in children's formal dress in America and popularized the given name.
When was Cedric most popular?
The name Cedric reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Quinlan?
The surname Quinlan originates from Irish. Surname Agnes Clune Quinlan (1873-1949), Irish composer Anthony Quinlan (born 1984), English actor Arthur Quinlan (1921–2012), Irish journalist Bernard Quinlan (1885–1950), Australian cricketer and doctor Bernie Quinlan (born 1951), Australian rules footballer Bill Quinlan (1932–2015), American professional football player Carrie Quinlan, British actress and comedy writer Derek Quinlan (born 1947), Irish businessman Dan Quinlan (1863–1940), American actor and vaudeville and minstrel show performer. Frances Quinlan, (born c.
What are the origins of the name Cedric Quinlan?
The name Cedric Quinlan combines two different traditions: the first name Cedric has English roots, while the surname Quinlan originates from Irish.
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