Rhys vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh British Australian

✓ All Clear

Boy #479 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"royal ruler"

Origin: Old English

English Welsh American

8 High Risk

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Rhys Rank #354

Kendrick Rank #479

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Is Rhys or Kendrick more popular?

Rhys is more popular, ranked #354 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Rhys and Kendrick mean?

Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Rhys and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Rhys is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.