Origin and Meaning of Credence

Belief, trust, or faith.

Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin word 'credentia' which means 'belief' or 'trust', from 'credere', meaning 'to believe'.

• Credence is often associated with the concept of faith and belief in various philosophical and religious contexts.
• The name is relatively rare and is more commonly used as a modern English name compared to its Latin roots.
• Credence is also known from popular culture, notably in the 'Harry Potter' series, where it is used as the name of a character ('Credence Barebone').
• Credence has experienced a rise in interest over recent years due to its unique sound and connotation, as well as its connection to pop culture.
• Similar names include Credence's variants, such as Credencey and other faith-related names like Faith, Verity, and Believe.