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Forrest vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Forrest Rank #408
Kendrick Rank #479

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forrest or Kendrick more popular?

Forrest is more popular, ranked #408 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Kendrick mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Forrest and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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