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Holt vs Kendry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holt

Boy #1,918 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small forest, wooded grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,918
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Holt Rank #1,918
Kendry Rank #1,718

Kendry is more popular, ranked #1718 vs #1918 for Holt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holt or Kendry more popular?

Kendry is more popular, ranked #1718 compared to Holt at #1918 in the United States.

What do Holt and Kendry mean?

Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin). Kendry means "royal power, bold ruler (via Kendrick)" (Old Welsh Cynwrig origin).

Are Holt and Kendry boy or girl names?

Holt is primarily a boy name. Kendry is primarily a boy name.

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