Kindra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kindra is an English name that suggests warmth and compassion. It evolved from the Welsh name Cynddylan and has undergone various forms over time. The name is associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in the late 20th century, although it does not have biblical significance.
The name Kindra is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kindra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kindra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4034th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1310th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1397th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3986th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14287th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kindra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kindra"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪndrə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kindra is derived from the name 'Kendra', which itself comes from the Welsh name 'Cynddylan'. It has also been linked to the word 'kind', suggesting qualities of compassion and warmth.
Meaning
warmth, compassion, kind-hearted
Language Evolution
Kendra, Cynddylan, Kindra
Historical Usage
Kindra gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kendra, Kyndra, Kindred
Modern Popularity & Image
Kindra is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with kindness and a friendly demeanor.
Famous People
Kindra Aragon, an American actress, Kindra T. Henson, an author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kindra"
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 "Kindra"
"Kindra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4034th of 12526 | 175 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1310th of 19264 | 1,364 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1397th of 27321 | 1,717 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3986th of 35406 | 560 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14287th of 30306 | 61 |
Regional Popularity of "Kindra" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kindra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.69% 1107th/2937 |
80.10% 2790th/3483 |
48.92% 1721st/3518 |
24.31% 983rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.96% 1325th/3685 |
77.01% 3446th/4475 |
31.50% 1636th/5194 |
19.65% 1241st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
- |
77.22% 5647th/7313 |
49.36% 3684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kindra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kindra" 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.