Rising since 2022, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Kenrick since 1945
Babies named Kenrick per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 73 |
| 1960s | 82 |
| 1970s | 197 |
| 1980s | 239 |
| 1990s | 267 |
| 2000s | 197 |
| 2010s | 147 |
| 2020s | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Kenrick is a relatively rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1945. It has seen modest but consistent use, with its peak popularity occurring in 1990. As of 2025, it ranks 10,695th, with approximately 1 in every 284,679 baby boys receiving the name. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2022, suggesting a gradual increase in interest. Its origins are uncertain, but it is commonly considered a variant of Kendrick, an Old English name meaning 'royal power'. Kenrick offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Kendrick or Kenneth, appealing to parents seeking a name with a strong, classic sound.
Kenrick is a modern English coinage thought to be a variant of Kendrick, which itself derives from the Old English name Cyneric, composed of cyne 'royal' and ric 'power'. It emerged in the mid-20th century, first recorded in the United States in 1945. While its exact derivation is debated, it has been used consistently, with a peak in popularity in 1990.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ken, Kenny, Rick, Ricky
Sibling names for Kenrick
Names that share Kenrick's style, for a brother or sister.
