Kendrick vs Colby

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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Colby

Boy #582 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark man's settlement, coal-black farm"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#582
Total SSA Count
489
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendrick Rank #479
Colby Rank #582

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #582 for Colby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Colby more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Colby at #582 in the United States.

What do Kendrick and Colby mean?

Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin). Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kendrick and Colby boy or girl names?

Kendrick is primarily a boy name. Colby is primarily a boy name.

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