Kendrick

How to say it

ˈkɛn.drɪk

What it means

A Welsh and English surname, read as 'bold power' or 'chief hero / royal ruler.'

Kendrick is a Welsh and English surname with a couple of roots, usually read as 'bold power' or 'chief hero,' from the Welsh Cynwrig. Rapper Kendrick Lamar has made it a modern standout. Strong and current, with Ken as the short. Said KEN-drik.

How to spell Kendrick

The standard spelling is Kendrick. Common variants include Kendrik, Kenrick, Cynwrig, but Kendrick is the most widely used form.

Heads-up notes

• Nickname

  Ken.

• Pop culture

  Rapper Kendrick Lamar.

Who's worn it

Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.

• Kendrick Lamar American rapper and Pulitzer Prize winner

Spelling variants

• Kendrik
• Kenrick
• Cynwrig

Names with the same feeling

• Kingston King's town
• Kendall Valley of the River Kent
• Derek Ruler of the people
• Patrick Nobleman, patrician
• Hendrix Son of Hendrik (Henry)

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Common questions

What does the name Kendrick mean?

A Welsh and English surname, read as 'bold power' or 'chief hero / royal ruler.'

What does Kendrick mean in Welsh?

In Welsh, Kendrick means "Bold power; royal ruler." Kendrick is a Welsh and English surname with a couple of roots, usually read as 'bold power' or 'chief hero,' from the Welsh Cynwrig. Rapper Kendrick Lamar has made it a modern standout. Strong and current, with Ken as the short. Said KEN-drik.

How do you pronounce Kendrick?

Kendrick is pronounced ˈkɛn.drɪk. Say it as KEN-drick, with the stress on the "ken" syllable.

How do you spell Kendrick?

The standard spelling is Kendrick. Common spelling variants include Kendrik, Kenrick, Cynwrig.

Is Kendrick a boy or girl name?

Kendrick is traditionally a masculine name.

How popular is the name Kendrick?

Kendrick ranked #535 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.