Cerdic
KER-dik
Cerdic is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “Cerdic is an Anglo-Saxon name meaning 'dear love' or 'great love'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1977.
What Cerdic Means
“Cerdic is an Anglo-Saxon name meaning 'dear love' or 'great love'.”
The Story of Cerdic
A name forged in the very founding of England, for a son destined for strength and leadership.
Cerdic is a powerful Anglo-Saxon name with deep historical roots, meaning 'dear love' or 'great love.' Its most notable bearer is Cerdic of Wessex, the founder and first king of the West Saxons, first recorded in 1977.
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Famous Namesakes
Cerdic of Wessex
Founder and first king of Wessex.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1977
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1977
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