Boy
Creed
belief, guiding principle
About Creed
Strength and conviction crystallized into five letters—this name makes a statement. The single syllable delivers directness and power, leaving no room for ambiguity. It carries philosophical and spiritual overtones without being explicitly religious, suggesting someone with strong principles. The hard consonants create a masculine, decisive sound that projects confidence. It's modern in usage but timeless in concept, referring to fundamental beliefs and values. Parents selecting this name often appreciate its bold simplicity and the character traits it suggests. The word-name category has gained popularity, and this represents one of its strongest options. It's memorable without being complicated, distinctive without being weird. The name feels action-oriented and purposeful, qualities many parents hope to instill. Brief enough to stand alone, strong enough to anchor any combination, and meaningful enough to inspire.
Popularity of the Name Creed
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #763 | |||
| 1883 | #738 | |||
| 1884 | #713 | |||
| 1887 | #841 | |||
| 1891 | #866 | |||
| 1892 | #811 | |||
| 1894 | #977 | |||
| 1897 | #862 | |||
| 1910 | #940 | |||
| 2016 | #986 | |||
| 2018 | #964 | |||
| 2019 | #855 | |||
| 2020 | #791 | #739 | ||
| 2021 | #681 | #944 | ||
| 2022 | #653 | #959 | #775 | |
| 2023 | #672 | #871 | #768 | #952 |
| 2024 | #610 | #944 | #572 | |
| 2025 | #663 | #942 | #671 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Creed
Names Similar to Creed
Nicknames for Creed
- Cree
- Creedy
Famous People Named Creed
| Creed Bratton | American actor and musician |
| Creed Taylor | American record producer |
| Creed Humphrey | American football player |
Characters Named Creed
| Creed Blackwood | Character from the video game "Assassin's Creed Syndicate" |
| Creed Donovan | Character from the TV series "Scream - The TV Series" |
| Creed Batton | Character from the TV series "The Office" |
| Creed Tucker | Character from the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Creed Coley | Character from the TV series "General Hospital" |
| Creed Keeler | Character from the TV series "UnREAL" |
| Creed Kelly | Character from the TV series "Power" |
| Creed Shelly | Character from the TV series "Hellcats" |
| Creed Conklin | Character from the TV series "CSI - NY" |
| Creed Rosary | Character from the video game "Persona Q2 - New Cinema Labyrinth" |
| Creed Valentine | Character from the video game "My Candy Love" |
| Creed Caple | Character from the video game "The Legend of Heroes - Trails of Cold Steel IV" |