Sterling 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

Sterling Rank #373
Kendrick Rank #479

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sterling or Kendrick more popular?

Sterling is more popular, ranked #373 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Kendrick mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Sterling and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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