KENDRICK
Kendrick
Kendrick is a British surname of medieval origins, derived from the Old English name "Cyneric", meaning "royal power". The surname is most commonly found in Wales and the West Midlands region of England.
The Kendrick family history dates back to ancient times, with records indicating the presence of the surname in historical documents and manuscripts as early as the 13th century. Over the centuries, various branches of the Kendrick family have emerged, leading to different lineages and offshoots.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Kendrick have made significant contributions in various fields, including academia, arts, literature, and politics. The name has also been associated with several notable figures in British history.
Today, the Kendrick surname continues to be prevalent in the United Kingdom and the wider Anglophone world, with many individuals proudly bearing this enduring symbol of familial heritage.
There are approximately 6,349 people named Kendrick in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,493rd most common surname in Britain. Around 97 in a million people in Britain are named Kendrick.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Carol
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
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