Kendric Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kendric originates from the Old English 'Cynric', meaning 'royal ruler'. It has evolved through various forms, including Cynric and Kenric, before becoming Kendric. The name embodies traits of leadership and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. It rose in popularity in the late 20th century and is currently perceived as a unique and strong name.
The name Kendric is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kendric has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kendric' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1835th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1706th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2347th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2539th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kendric' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kendric"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛn.drɪk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Kendric is derived from the Old English name 'Cynric', which is composed of the elements 'cyn', meaning 'royal' or 'kingly', and 'ric', meaning 'power' or 'ruler'.
Meaning
royal ruler
Language Evolution
Cynric, Kenric, Kendric
Historical Usage
Kendric gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a modern given name, influenced by trends favoring unique and strong-sounding names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kendrick, Ken, Kenny
Modern Popularity & Image
Kendric is viewed as a strong, modern name that conveys a sense of leadership and nobility. It is often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kendrick Lamar (American rapper and songwriter), Kendric Brown (American football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kendric"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kendric"
"Kendric" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1835th of 10718 | 389 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1706th of 16616 | 706 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2347th of 24088 | 785 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2539th of 23106 | 620 |
Regional Popularity of "Kendric" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
33.14% 1166th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
22.55% 1171st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.93% 2471st/4582 |
- |
29.39% 2149th/7313 |
49.12% 3666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.57% 1975th/3984 |
- |
35.31% 2409th/6822 |
53.44% 3354th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kendric" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kendric"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kendric" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.