Kendrick vs Wells

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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Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendrick Rank #479
Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrick or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Kendrick and Wells mean?

Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Kendrick and Wells boy or girl names?

Kendrick is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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