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Pierce 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

Pierce Rank #541
Kendrick Rank #479

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #541 for Pierce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierce or Kendrick more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Pierce at #541 in the United States.

What do Pierce and Kendrick mean?

Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Pierce and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Pierce is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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