Kendrick

Meaning of Kendrick

Royal power; bold ruler

Kendrick has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kendrick

Kendrick has cooled off, slipping to #535 in 2025, down from a peak of #318 in 2013.

Notable people named Kendrick

• Kendrick Lamar
  Grammy-winning American rapper
• Kendrick Perkins
  Former NBA player
• Kendrick Sampson
  American actor
• Kendrick Brothers
  Christian filmmakers
• Kendrick Castillo
  Heroic school shooting victim

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Questions about the name Kendrick

What does the name Kendrick mean?

Kendrick means royal power; bold ruler, and it comes from English origins.

Is Kendrick a boy's or a girl's name?

Kendrick is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kendrick?

In 2025, Kendrick ranked #535 for boys, down from #479 the year before.

When was Kendrick most popular?

Kendrick peaked at #318 in 2013.