Sedrick

Sedrick is a variant spelling of Cedric, a masculine name with medieval origins. The name was popularized through Sir Walter Scott's 1819 novel 'Ivanhoe,' where Cedric the Saxon appeared as a character. Scott likely adapted it from the earlier Anglo-Saxon name Cerdic, belonging to a 6th-century Saxon king. The 'S' spelling variant emerged later and has coexisted with the more traditional 'C' spelling throughout the 20th century. Sedrick saw modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s-1990s, though it never reached the same level of usage as Cedric. The name's meaning is somewhat debated - some sources suggest it may relate to an ancient British name meaning 'chief' or 'kindly,' while others connect it to the Old English 'ced' (battle) and 'ric' (power). Phonetically, the 'S' spelling may have emerged to better reflect the actual pronunciation. The name has been embraced across diverse communities in English-speaking countries.

Pronounced SED-rick.

As of October 2026, Sedrick ranked #8194 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #736 in 1976.