Kenrick Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kenrick originates from Old English, meaning 'royal ruler'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Cynric and Kenric. The name is associated with traits of leadership and strength, but it does not have a direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kenrick"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛn.rɪk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Kenrick is derived from the Old English elements 'cyne' meaning 'royal' or 'kingly' and 'ric' meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. This suggests a meaning of 'royal ruler' or 'king's power'.
Meaning
royal ruler
Language Evolution
Cynric, Kynric, Kenric
Historical Usage
Kenrick gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Kendrick, Kinrick, Kendric
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kenrick is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kenrick Lamar, Kenrick Meek
📊 Kenrick Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kenrick Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kenrick"
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 "Kenrick"
"Kenrick" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3235th of 7552 | 123 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2368th of 10718 | 263 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2504th of 16616 | 401 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4372nd of 24088 | 317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6645th of 23106 | 149 |
Regional Popularity of "Kenrick" 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) |
- |
46.31% 1613th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
31.78% 1422nd/4475 |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
42.98% 2715th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
- |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kenrick" 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 "Kenrick"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kenrick" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kenrick" in the United States
The name Kenrick is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Kenrick has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kenrick' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3235th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2368th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2504th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4372nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6645th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kenrick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.