Kendra
girl name#849 in 2025Kendra entered the US charts in 1936, peaked at #77 in 1987, ranks #849 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1936–2025
#849
rank today
#77
peak (1987)
320
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3277 |
| 1940s | #1264 |
| 1950s | #795 |
| 1960s | #430 |
| 1970s | #182 |
| 1980s | #130 |
| 1990s | #136 |
| 2000s | #234 |
| 2010s | #353 |
| 2020s | #696 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kendra has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 95,500 people named Kendra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kendra alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kendra in 2025?
- Kendra ranks #849 among US girl names in 2025, with 320 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kendra most popular?
- Kendra peaked in 1987, reaching #77 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kendra with classmates?
- Kendra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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