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Royce 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

Royce Rank #463
Kendrick Rank #479

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Kendrick more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Royce and Kendrick mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Royce and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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