Cary vs Kendric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kendric

Boy #3,711 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold ruler, chief power"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,711
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ken, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cary Rank #3,642
Kendric Rank #3,711

Cary is more popular, ranked #3642 vs #3711 for Kendric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cary ___

  • Cary James
  • Cary Michael
  • Cary Thomas
  • Cary William
  • Cary Robert
  • Cary Allen

Kendric ___

  • Kendric James
  • Kendric Lee
  • Kendric Lamar
  • Kendric Thomas
  • Kendric Wayne
  • Kendric Darnell

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cary

Gary Barry Terry Larry Mary

If you choose Kendric

Malik Terrence Darius Destiny Breanna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cary or Kendric more popular?

Cary is more popular, ranked #3642 compared to Kendric at #3711 in the United States.

What do Cary and Kendric mean?

Cary means "pleasant stream" (Celtic origin). Kendric means "bold ruler, chief power" (Welsh origin).

Are Cary and Kendric boy or girl names?

Cary is primarily a boy name. Kendric is primarily a boy name.

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