Kendrick is a modern, stylish choice for a boy's name of English origin. It has been increasingly popular in recent years, perhaps due to its connection to the successful singer-songwriter Kendrick Lamar. The name Kendrick means "bold power," derived from the Old English elements 'cyning' meaning 'king' and 'ric' meaning 'power.' This regal yet approachable name carries a sense of strength and charisma without being overly traditional or stuffy. It consists of two distinct syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember. Kendrick is often paired with other popular names like Lamar, giving parents plenty of options for middle names if they choose to use one. As a given name, Kendrick has been steadily rising in popularity since the late 20th century. In the United States, for example, it first broke into the top 1000 names for boys in 1987 and reached its peak ranking of 364 in 2015.
The name Kendrick experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak in 1987 when there were 16 births. However, it has been relatively uncommon overall, with an average of around 10 births per year since 1971 and a total of 375 births up to 2022.