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Kendric

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Kendric Pronunciation

Kendric is pronounced KEN-drik /ˈkɛn.drɪk/High

Meaning: K-less-c spelling of Kendrick — from Old English/Welsh roots read 'royal power' or 'chief hero'Medium

In 30 seconds: Royal power minus one letter: Kendric trims Kendrick — 'chief hero, royal might' — Pulitzer-rapper resonance included. Lean and regal.

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Origin MediumEnglish, Welsh

MeaningK-less-c spelling of Kendrick — from Old English/Welsh roots read 'royal power' or 'chief hero'

U.S. rank (2024)#3728 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births30 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,500

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kendric is a trimmed spelling of Kendrick — from Old English Cyneric, 'royal power', or Welsh Cynwrig, 'chief hero' (the routes are layered, which we note). Kendrick Lamar gave it laureate weight.

It registers thinly beside Kendrick. Rare, royal-power at the root, and lean.

Did you know? Kendrick Lamar carried this surname-name to a Pulitzer Prize — the first ever for hip-hop — making every spelling of it heavier.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Kendrick — routes layered

Variations

KendrickKenrickKendricks

Nicknames

KenDrick

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If you like Kendric…

Kendrick— the standard spelling of the same name

Cedric— a fellow -ric Celtic-toned pick

Kenneth— the companion Ken- classic

Derek— another 'people's ruler' cousin

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kendric?

Kendric is pronounced KEN-drik (/ˈkɛn.drɪk/). Press play above to hear Kendric said aloud.

How do you say Kendric?

Kendric is said KEN-drik (/ˈkɛn.drɪk/). Press play above to hear Kendric said aloud.

What does the name Kendric mean?

Kendric spells Kendrick, read as 'royal power' or 'chief hero'; the routes are layered.

Is Kendric a boy or girl name?

Kendric is a boy's name.

How popular is Kendric?

Kendric is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Kendrick is more common.