Kendrick

boyWelsh / Old English

Kendrick is a boy name of Welsh / Old English origin, meaning “Royal ruler; high champion”.

MeaningRoyal ruler; high champion
GenderBoy
OriginWelsh / Old English
PronunciationKEN-drick
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Kendrick

Kendrick comes from a surname with two possible sources: the Welsh Cynwrig, often explained as 'high hero' or 'chief champion', and the Old English Cyneric, from cyne, royal, and ric, ruler. Both fed into the same English surname. As a first name it has been used in the US for decades and gained wide recognition through the rapper Kendrick Lamar.

Is Kendrick a religious name?

Kendrick is a cultural surname-name with no religious meaning.

How popular is Kendrick?

Used steadily in the United States, especially since the 2010s.

Gifts with the name Kendrick

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Spellings and variants of Kendrick

KenrickCynwrig

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kendrick mean?

Kendrick means 'Royal ruler; high champion'. It is of Welsh / Old English origin.

Does Kendrick have a religious meaning?

Kendrick is a cultural surname-name with no religious meaning.

How do you pronounce Kendrick?

Kendrick is pronounced KEN-drick.

Is Kendrick a boy or girl name?

Kendrick is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.