Taylor vs Kendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Taylor

Boy #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who cuts cloth, tailor"

Origin: Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#667
Total SSA Count
411
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Taylor Rank #667
Kendrick Rank #479

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #667 for Taylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taylor or Kendrick more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Taylor at #667 in the United States.

What do Taylor and Kendrick mean?

Taylor means "one who cuts cloth, tailor" (Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Taylor and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Taylor is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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