Kendry vs Ransom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ransom

Boy #1,661 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Rand, son of the shield-wolf"

Origin: Old English/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,661
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendry Rank #1,718
Ransom Rank #1,661

Ransom is more popular, ranked #1661 vs #1718 for Kendry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendry or Ransom more popular?

Ransom is more popular, ranked #1661 compared to Kendry at #1718 in the United States.

What do Kendry and Ransom mean?

Kendry means "royal power, bold ruler (via Kendrick)" (Old Welsh Cynwrig origin). Ransom means "son of Rand, son of the shield-wolf" (Old English/Norman origin).

Are Kendry and Ransom boy or girl names?

Kendry is primarily a boy name. Ransom is primarily a boy name.

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