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Peyton vs Kendrick

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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Popularity Comparison

Peyton Rank #659
Kendrick Rank #479

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Kendrick more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Kendrick mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Peyton and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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