Kendra
boy nameKendra entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1919 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#1919
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3646 |
| 1980s | #3337 |
| 1990s | #6230 |
| 2000s | #8804 |
| 2010s | #10728 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Kendra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kendra alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kendra most popular?
- Kendra peaked in 1989, reaching #1919 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kendra with classmates?
- Kendra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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