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Kendrick vs Johnathan

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
Johnathan Rank #518

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Johnathan more popular?

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

What do Kendrick and Johnathan mean?

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

Are Kendrick and Johnathan boy or girl names?

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

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