Kendrick

Meaning royal ruler
Origin English
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Kendrick
Popularity Moderate
Length 8
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ken-drick

About Kendrick

Kendrick pulses with cultural resonance and multifaceted strength, a name that bridges tradition and contemporary relevance effortlessly. The two syllables create a satisfying rhythm that's both grounded and dynamic, suggesting someone substantial and authentic. This name has gained significant momentum in recent years, recognized across communities while maintaining individual character. Kendrick works equally well in creative fields and corporate environments, never limiting options or creating assumptions. The strong "K" opening commands attention, while the "-rick" ending provides familiar comfort. Parents drawn to Kendrick often value names that carry both heritage and modern edge, names that feel established without being old-fashioned. The name offers nickname potential with Ken or Rick, though most bearers proudly use the full version. Kendrick suggests someone who knows himself, who walks with quiet confidence and earns respect through character rather than bravado.

Variations of Name Kendrick

Kendric
Kendrik
Kendryck

Nicknames for Kendrick

Ken
Kenny
Rick
Drick
Kendrick

Famous People Named Kendrick

Kendrick LamarAmerican rapper and songwriter
Kendrick PerkinsAmerican former professional basketball player
Kendrick SampsonAmerican actor and activist
Kendrick WongHong Kong film producer
Kendrick MeekAmerican politician and former U.S. Representative
Kendrick FarrisAmerican Olympic weightlifter
Kendrick LewisAmerican football player
Kendrick RayAmerican professional basketball player
Kendrick TaylorJamaican footballer
Kendrick WijgertDutch swimmer
Kendrick CastilloAmerican student and hero who died during the STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting
Kendrick NortonAmerican football player
Kendrick WinkfieldAmerican football player
Kendrick WigginsAmerican football player
Kendrick ClancyAmerican football player
Kendrick GreenAmerican football player
Kendrick Van AckerenGerman track and field athlete
Kendrick CurryAmerican football player
Kendrick Ball Jr.American basketball player

Characters Named Kendrick

Kendrick MorganCharacter in the fantasy novel series "The Stormlight Archive" by Brandon Sanderson
Kendrick BishopCharacter in the novel "The Bishop's Man" by Linden MacIntyre
Kendrick Lamar DuckworthCharacter in the animated TV series "South Park"
Kendrick "Kenny" McCormickCharacter in the animated TV series "South Park"
Kendrick LamarCharacter in the video game "Grand Theft Auto V"
Kendrick "Kenny" HernandezCharacter in the TV series "Glee"
Kendrick WellsCharacter in the film "Mean Girls"
Kendrick LombardCharacter in the TV series "Neighbours"
Kendrick SmithCharacter in the TV series "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit"

Other Popular Names Beginning with K

Kalel
Kareem
Kaiden
Kai
Kooper
Kamdyn
Kyson
Kenzo
Kristian
Kolten