Preston 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

Preston Rank #330
Kendrick Rank #479

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Preston or Kendrick more popular?

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Preston and Kendrick mean?

Preston means "priest's town, priestly settlement" (Old English origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Preston and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Preston is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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