Kendric vs Liam

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

Kendric Rank #3,711
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3711 for Kendric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kendric ___

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

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendric or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kendric at #3711 in the United States.

What do Kendric and Liam mean?

Kendric means "bold ruler, chief power" (Welsh origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kendric and Liam boy or girl names?

Kendric is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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