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Clark vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clark

Boy #438 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scribe, secretary"

Origin: Old English/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#438
Total SSA Count
725
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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

Clark Rank #438
Kendrick Rank #479

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Kendrick more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Clark and Kendrick mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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