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Kip vs Hendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hendrick

Boy #1,575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Dutch German Scandinavian South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,575
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kip Rank #1,457
Hendrick Rank #1,575

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1575 for Hendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Hendrick more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Hendrick at #1575 in the United States.

What do Kip and Hendrick mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Hendrick means "ruler of the home" (Old High German origin).

Are Kip and Hendrick boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Hendrick is primarily a boy name.

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