Kendra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-druh / /ˈkɛn.drə/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'knowledge'; Irish: 'descendant of the warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kendra emerged as a modern name in the 20th century, primarily in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a feminine form of the name Ken, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, reflecting a trend towards unique and invented names.
Trend Summary
Kendra experienced a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kendall
- Kendria
International Variants
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Famous people named Kendra
Kendra Wilkinson is an American television personality and model known for her role on 'The Girls Next Door'.
Kendra Harrison is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the 100 meters hurdles.
Kendra Scott is an American fashion designer and entrepreneur, known for her jewelry brand.
Fictional characters named Kendra
Kendra is a character in the 'The Secret Circle' book series, known for her magical abilities.
Kendra is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents', who is a friend of the main character Timmy Turner.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kendra was first seen in the United States in 1936. Kendra has ranked as high as #159 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kendra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kendra (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 71 | |
| CA | 48 | |
| NJ | 19 | |
| OH | 18 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| NY | 14 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| IN | 13 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| NC | 11 | |
| CO | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| WA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 21 |
| 1942 | 33 |
| 1943 | 37 |
| 1944 | 33 |
| 1945 | 53 |
| 1946 | 77 |
| 1947 | 95 |
| 1948 | 79 |
| 1949 | 75 |
| 1950 | 92 |
| 1951 | 105 |
| 1952 | 96 |
| 1953 | 121 |
| 1954 | 114 |
| 1955 | 136 |
| 1956 | 237 |
| 1957 | 208 |
| 1958 | 200 |
| 1959 | 259 |
| 1960 | 285 |
| 1961 | 351 |
| 1962 | 365 |
| 1963 | 411 |
| 1964 | 392 |
| 1965 | 455 |
| 1966 | 714 |
| 1967 | 796 |
| 1968 | 695 |
| 1969 | 871 |
| 1970 | 1,150 |
| 1971 | 1,482 |
| 1972 | 1,396 |
| 1973 | 1,264 |
| 1974 | 1,490 |
| 1975 | 1,505 |
| 1976 | 1,630 |
| 1977 | 1,773 |
| 1978 | 1,903 |
| 1979 | 2,069 |
| 1980 | 1,816 |
| 1981 | 1,849 |
| 1982 | 1,762 |
| 1983 | 1,608 |
| 1984 | 1,921 |
| 1985 | 1,840 |
| 1986 | 2,759 |
| 1987 | 3,841 |
| 1988 | 3,761 |
| 1989 | 3,230 |
| 1990 | 2,789 |
| 1991 | 2,704 |
| 1992 | 2,673 |
| 1993 | 2,604 |
| 1994 | 2,536 |
| 1995 | 2,372 |
| 1996 | 2,368 |
| 1997 | 2,053 |
| 1998 | 2,035 |
| 1999 | 1,838 |
| 2000 | 1,730 |
| 2001 | 1,496 |
| 2002 | 1,386 |
| 2003 | 1,235 |
| 2004 | 1,199 |
| 2005 | 1,245 |
| 2006 | 1,404 |
| 2007 | 1,702 |
| 2008 | 1,450 |
| 2009 | 1,390 |
| 2010 | 1,497 |
| 2011 | 1,071 |
| 2012 | 810 |
| 2013 | 1,724 |
| 2014 | 1,271 |
| 2015 | 963 |
| 2016 | 961 |
| 2017 | 740 |
| 2018 | 625 |
| 2019 | 521 |
| 2020 | 539 |
| 2021 | 460 |
| 2022 | 420 |
| 2023 | 379 |
| 2024 | 412 |