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Kendrick vs Cal

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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Cal

Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#671
Total SSA Count
408
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kendrick Rank #479
Cal Rank #671

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #671 for Cal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Cal more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Cal at #671 in the United States.

What do Kendrick and Cal mean?

Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Kendrick and Cal boy or girl names?

Kendrick is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.

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