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Johnathan 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

Johnathan Rank #518
Kendrick Rank #479

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #518 for Johnathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathan or Kendrick more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Johnathan at #518 in the United States.

What do Johnathan and Kendrick mean?

Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Johnathan and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Johnathan is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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