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Kendrick vs Chris

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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Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kendrick Rank #479
Chris Rank #651

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #651 for Chris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Chris more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Kendrick and Chris mean?

Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Kendrick and Chris boy or girl names?

Kendrick is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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