Ryu vs Kendall

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryu

Boy #1,451 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"flow, current, stream"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,451
Total SSA Count
125
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ryu Rank #1,451
Kendall Rank #1,232

Kendall is more popular, ranked #1232 vs #1451 for Ryu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryu or Kendall more popular?

Kendall is more popular, ranked #1232 compared to Ryu at #1451 in the United States.

What do Ryu and Kendall mean?

Ryu means "flow, current, stream" (Japanese origin). Kendall means "valley of the River Kent" (Old English origin).

Are Ryu and Kendall boy or girl names?

Ryu is primarily a boy name. Kendall is primarily a boy name.

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