Kendra
k(e)-nd-ra,
ken-dra
US Popularity:1340
Origin:British
Meaning:Knowing; Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero
Kendra is a girl’s name of British or possibly Celtic origin, meaning “knowing.” Other potential meanings of this ancient name include “royal power,” “bold power,” and “chief hero.” Knowledge and wisdom are great qualities to have, so you can’t go wrong with this name for your little ruler or champion. Popular in the 80s and 90s, Kendra experienced another spike in popularity in 2013 when it re-entered the top 200 names.
Kendra Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kendra is currently #1031 on The Bump
Girl:Kendra is currently #469 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kendra is currently #1340 in U.S. births
Girl:Kendra is currently #514 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1340
in 2022
- 93
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Kendra, February 2019
Behind the Name, Kendrick, January 2022
Online Etymology Dictionary, ken (v.), September 2017
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