Kendrick Boy

Popularity: #427 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KEN-drick //ˈkɛn.drɪk//

Origin: English; Scottish

Meaning: English: royal ruler; Scottish: champion

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kendrick has its roots in the Old Welsh name "Cynwrig," which is derived from the elements "cyn," meaning "chief," and "wrig," meaning "power" or "ruler." This name evolved into various forms over the centuries, including the Old English "Cynric," which was used in early medieval England. The transition into the modern form "Kendrick" likely occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, as the name was adapted into Middle English, reflecting the blending of Anglo-Saxon and Norman cultures.

Historically, the name Kendrick has been associated with notable figures, including Kendrick of the 7th century, a saint in the early Christian church. The name appears in various historical texts and genealogies, particularly in Welsh and English records, where it was often linked to nobility and leadership.

The name's usage can be traced through medieval England, where it was borne by several minor nobles and recorded in various forms in documents from the 12th century onward. Culturally, Kendrick has resonated through its associations with strength and leadership, qualities that have contributed to its endurance over the centuries.

The name has also been linked to the concept of kinship and familial ties, as the prefix "cyn" suggests a connection to ancestry and heritage. In addition to its historical significance, the name has seen variations and diminutives, such as "Ken" or "Kenny," which have been used in different contexts, further enriching its legacy.

Overall, Kendrick embodies a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance that has allowed it to persist through time.

Famous people named Kendrick

In this section, you will find notable people named Kendrick. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kendrick who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Kendrick who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Kendrick Lamar is a rapper best known for To Pimp a Butterfly, DAMN., and good kid, m.A.A.d city.

Kendrick Perkins is a former professional basketball player best known for his time with the Boston Celtics, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Cleveland Cavaliers.

Kendrick Nunn is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Kendrick, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

KellanKieranKadenKeeganKendallKory

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Kendrick. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

DerrickCedricMaverickRoderickFrederickEmrickTobiasDominic

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kendrick was first seen in the United States in 1912.

Kendrick has ranked as high as #576 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Mississippi, and California.

In the past 5 years the name Kendrick has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kendrick is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kendrick was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Top States for Kendrick (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.

State Births Share
TX 65
11%
CA 51
9%
FL 51
9%
GA 39
7%
NY 35
6%
VA 31
5%
OH 23
4%
PA 21
4%
NC 20
3%
MD 20
3%
IL 16
3%
LA 16
3%
MA 16
3%
AL 13
2%
MO 13
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kendrick.

YearBirths
2024641
2023633
2022664
2021721
2020697
2019721
2018754
2017777
2016829
2015880
20141,012
20131,047
2012572
2011492
2010500
2009494
2008520
2007472
2006482
2005433
2004464
2003527
2002469
2001471
2000518
1999554
1998562
1997563
1996569
1995566
1994623
1993631
1992677
1991763
1990728
1989707
1988643
1987640
1986574
1985463
1984469
1983469
1982499
1981472
1980470
1979550
1978494
1977474
1976411
1975366
1974369
1973362
1972302
1971372
1970224
1969126
1968106
196798
196668
196565
196463
196355
196242
196154
196034
195936
195830
195735
195629
195532
195424
195325
195223
195124
195026
194924
194819
194723
194616
194516
194420
194326
194225
194127
194021
193910
193819
19378
19366
193519
193415
193313
193216
19319
193011
192921
192827
192714
192610
192521
192428
19238
192219
192113
192020
191917
191811
191719
191614
191516
191417
191314
19125