Declining since 2022, #3,848 for boys today.
Popularity of Creedence since 1994
Babies named Creedence per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 12 |
| 2000s | 13 | 36 |
| 2010s | 87 | 198 |
| 2020s | 36 | 217 |
Meaning & origin
Creedence is a modern invented name that entered U.S. naming records in 1994, inspired by the Latin word credentia (meaning 'belief' or 'trust') and the iconic band Creedence Clearwater Revival. Its popularity grew slowly until a steep rise in the early 2020s, peaking in 2021. As of 2025, it ranks 3,848 with a frequency of 1 in 61,003 newborns, but it has been declining since 2022. Though unisex, it has been used slightly more for boys. The name has no top states listed, suggesting a broad but thin distribution. Its appeal lies in its melodic sound and positive associations, fitting trends for names ending in '-ence' like Grace or Cadence.
Creedence is a modern invented name, likely inspired by the Latin credentia ('belief, trust') and popularized by the band Creedence Clearwater Revival. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1994, initially used for both boys and girls. The name saw a surge in the early 2020s, peaking in 2021, before recently declining.
Sibling names for Creedence
Names that share Creedence's style, for a brother or sister.
