Kendric vs Theodore

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendric Rank #3,711
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kendric

Malik Terrence Darius Destiny Breanna

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendric or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kendric at #3711 in the United States.

What do Kendric and Theodore mean?

Kendric means "bold ruler, chief power" (Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kendric and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kendric is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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