Jensen vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Jensen Rank #328
Kendrick Rank #479

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jensen or Kendrick more popular?

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Jensen and Kendrick mean?

Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Jensen and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Jensen is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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