"royal power, royal ruler"
Origin: Old English/Welsh
Language: English
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"son of Henry"
Origin: Welsh
Language: English
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The Story of Kendrix
Kendrix is a modern variant of Kendrick, an English and Welsh surname meaning 'son of Henry' or 'royal power,' derived from the Welsh 'Cynwrig' (greatest champion) or from Old English 'Cyneric' (royal ruler). The '-ix' ending is a contemporary spelling variation that gives the name a distinctive modern edge, similar to how Hendrix differs from Hendrick.
Kendrix has been appearing on birth records primarily since the 2000s, riding the wave of popularity generated by the rapper Kendrick Lamar. The '-ix' variant offers a fresh take on a name that was already trending upward in African-American communities.
Kendrick Lamar's rise to superstardom in the 2010s drove considerable interest in the name Kendrick and its variants. The Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper from Compton, California put the name on the cultural map for a new generation of parents.
Historical Record
Kendrix first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 1,182 babies have been named Kendrix in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kendrix is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,329 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kendrix is a variant of Kendrick, which derives from Old Welsh/English meaning 'royal power' or 'greatest champion'
- Rapper Kendrick Lamar is the first non-classical, non-jazz musician to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music (2018)
- The '-ix' suffix trend in names echoes names like Hendrix and Jaxon
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#1,329
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Famous People Named Kendrix
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Kendrick Lamar
Musician
1987
Pulitzer Prize-winning American rapper from Compton, California, widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of his g...
Pulitzer Prize-winning American rapper from Compton, California, widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of his generation
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Kendrick Perkins
Athlete
1984
American NBA basketball player who played for multiple teams including the Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,329
- Total SSA Count
- 145
- Cultural Origins
- American African-American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Ken
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kendrix
What does the name Kendrix mean?
"royal power, royal ruler" (from Old English/Welsh). "son of Henry" (from Welsh). Kendrix is a modern variant of Kendrick, an English and Welsh surname meaning 'son of Henry' or 'royal power,' derived from the Welsh 'Cynwrig' (greatest champion) or from Old English 'Cyneric' (royal ruler). The '-ix' ending is a contemporary spelling variation that gives the name a distinctive modern edge, similar to how Hendrix differs from Hendrick.
What is the origin of the name Kendrix?
Kendrix has Old English/Welsh, Welsh, American, African-American, and English origins. In Old English/Welsh, it means "royal power, royal ruler". In Welsh, it means "son of Henry".
Is Kendrix a boy or girl name?
Kendrix is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1329. As a girl name, it is ranked #10528. Kendrix is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kendrix?
Kendrix is currently ranked #1329 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kendrix?
Common nicknames for Kendrix include Ken and Drix.
What are good middle names for Kendrix?
Popular middle name pairings include Kendrix James, Kendrix Lee, Kendrix Wayne, Kendrix Andre, Kendrix Marcus, Kendrix Cole, and Kendrix Deon.
What are good sibling names for Kendrix?
Names that pair well with Kendrix as siblings include Kendall, Kameron, Kaiden, Brixton, Maddox, Kyra, and Amara.
How many syllables does Kendrix have?
Kendrix has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Kendrix a common or rare name?
Kendrix is an uncommon name, ranked #1329 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Kendrix
Kendrix is a boy name with American, African-American, and English origins . The name means "royal power, royal ruler" in Old English/Welsh .
Is Kendrix a boy or girl name? Kendrix is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,329 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #10,528. Kendrix is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kendrix is currently ranked #1,329 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Kendrix has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Kendrix include Ken and Drix. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kendrix include Kendrick, Kendall, Kendry, Kendell, Kendal . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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