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Hamish vs Kenrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenrick

Boy #6,258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold king, royal ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Welsh British Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,258
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hamish Rank #6,152
Kenrick Rank #6,258

Hamish is more popular, ranked #6152 vs #6258 for Kenrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamish or Kenrick more popular?

Hamish is more popular, ranked #6152 compared to Kenrick at #6258 in the United States.

What do Hamish and Kenrick mean?

Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin). Kenrick means "bold king, royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Hamish and Kenrick boy or girl names?

Hamish is primarily a boy name. Kenrick is primarily a boy name.

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