Hank vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hank

Boy #425 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#425
Total SSA Count
739
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Hank Rank #425
Kendrick Rank #479

Hank is more popular, ranked #425 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hank or Kendrick more popular?

Hank is more popular, ranked #425 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Hank and Kendrick mean?

Hank means "ruler of the home" (Germanic origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Hank and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Hank is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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