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Kendrick vs Davis

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

Kendrick Rank #479
Davis Rank #646

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Davis more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Kendrick and Davis mean?

Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Kendrick and Davis boy or girl names?

Kendrick is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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