Creedence

“confidence, belief, or trust” — Associated with the musician Creedence Clearwater Revival

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 72% boys♀ 28% girls

#3013US 2023

41Births / yr

→Stable

383All-time births

📅 Since 200300

How to pronounce Creedence

KREE·DENS·ee·EE

/ˈkriː.ˈdɛns.ˌiː.ˈiː/ · stress on KREE · 4 syllables

“confidence, belief, or trust”

Associated with the musician Creedence Clearwater Revival · American origin

What does Creedence mean and where does it come from?

Creedence is a name that derives from the English word 'credence,' which means belief or trust. The name gained popularity in contemporary naming practices and is often associated with the musician Creedence Clearwater Revival, a famous rock band. Creedence as a given name appears to have emerged mo

Cultural significance

Creedence has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of confidence, belief, or trust.

Peak popularity

Reached #7132 in 2015 — currently #3013 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Creedence?

Creedence works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Creedence Grace

How popular is Creedence right now?

Holding steady — currently #3013 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#3013 · Top 2.2%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3013	41	▲ up 1
2022	#3014	41	▼ down 88 · -2% births
2021	#2926	42	▲ up 7621 · +367% births
2020	#10547	9	▼ down 3415 · -47% births
2015	#7132	17	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Creedence

Best Year2021Rank #2926

Peak Count42

Average Rank#5326

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Creedence

Creedence is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 383 total births recorded, Creedence remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7132 in 2015 to #3013 in 2023. Creedence is used for both genders: 28% female and 72% male.

Names that peaked alongside Creedence in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Creedence by decade

Creedence peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	12
2000s	49
2010s ★	285
2020s	37

💎Creedence has only 383 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Creedence?

Common

CreCreedCreedieCreedyEnce

What names sound and feel like Creedence?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Creedence also consider these

Creedance

American · Derived from the

Kreedence

American · A phonetic variation

Credence

Latin · Latin

Caedence

American · a rhythmic flow

American · a firm belief

Candence

American · English

Common questions about the name Creedence

What does the name Creedence mean?

Creedence means "confidence, belief, or trust" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Creedence?

Creedence is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Creedence have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Creedence?

Creedence originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Creedence?

Creedence is a four-syllable name pronounced K R IY1 D EH1 N S IY2 IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Creedence?

Creedence pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.