Kendrix vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kendrix

Boy #1,329 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal power, royal ruler"

Origin: Old English/Welsh

Cultural Roots

American African-American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,329
Total SSA Count
145
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ken, Drix

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendrix Rank #1,329
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1329 for Kendrix.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kendrix ___

  • Kendrix James
  • Kendrix Lee
  • Kendrix Wayne
  • Kendrix Andre
  • Kendrix Marcus
  • Kendrix Cole

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 Kendrix

Kendall Kameron Kaiden Brixton Maddox

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendrix or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kendrix at #1329 in the United States.

What do Kendrix and Theodore mean?

Kendrix means "royal power, royal ruler" (Old English/Welsh origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kendrix and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kendrix is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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