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King vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

King Rank #343
Kendrick Rank #479

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Kendrick more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do King and Kendrick mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are King and Kendrick boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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