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Chris vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kendrick

Boy #479 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#479
Total SSA Count
641
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Chris Rank #651
Kendrick Rank #479

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #651 for Chris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chris or Kendrick more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Kendrick mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Chris and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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