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Troy 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

Troy Rank #531
Kendrick Rank #479

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Kendrick more popular?

Kendrick is more popular, ranked #479 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Kendrick mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Troy and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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