Declining since 2014, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Kendric since 1966
Babies named Kendric per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 324 |
| 1980s | 375 |
| 1990s | 539 |
| 2000s | 486 |
| 2010s | 513 |
| 2020s | 267 |
Meaning & origin
Kendric is a modern spelling variant of Kendrick, first recorded in the United States in 1966. It peaked in popularity in 2013 and has been falling since 2014. In 2025, the name ranked 3,658, with about 1 in 57,000 newborn boys receiving the name. Its rise and fall mirror the broader pattern of similar sounding names like Kendrick and Kendall. Kendric remains a rare choice, appealing to parents who favor a streamlined spelling with a familiar sound.
Kendric is a modern spelling variant of Kendrick, a name of uncertain origin. It may derive from the Welsh Cynwrig, meaning 'chief hero', or from the Gaelic Mac Eanraig, meaning 'son of Henry'. The variant form with 'c' instead of 'ck' emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend toward simplified spellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ken, Kenny
Variants: Kendrick
Sibling names for Kendric
Names that share Kendric's style, for a brother or sister.
