Kent vs Kendry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kendry

Boy #1,718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal power, bold ruler (via Kendrick)"

Origin: Old Welsh Cynwrig

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,718
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kent Rank #1,636
Kendry Rank #1,718

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1718 for Kendry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Kendry more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Kendry at #1718 in the United States.

What do Kent and Kendry mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Kendry means "royal power, bold ruler (via Kendrick)" (Old Welsh Cynwrig origin).

Are Kent and Kendry boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Kendry is primarily a boy name.

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