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Christian Name · Welsh/English Origin
Kendrick Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Kendrick
boy
Kendrick means "royal power, bold ruler," built from Welsh and Old English roots. The name is not in the King James Bible, but its royal sense matches Revelation 1:6, which says Christ "hath made us kings and priests unto God."
Is Kendrick in the Bible?
No — the name Kendrick does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Royal power; Bold ruler", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Kendrick.
Pronunciation:/KEN-drik/
OriginWelsh/English
MeaningRoyal power; Bold ruler
What does Kendrick mean?
Kendrick is a boy name of Welsh/English origin meaning "Royal power; Bold ruler". Kendrick speaks of authority exercised with boldness — the kind of spiritual authority Jesus delegated to His followers. 'Behold, I give unto you power... over all the power of the enemy.' Kingdom authority flows through those who serve.
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Editor’s reflection
A Celtic warrior name that has quietly picked up Christian symbolic weight.
Kendrick is not a biblical name — it comes from Old Welsh Cynwrig ('high summit' or 'chief hero') and Old English Cyneric ('royal power'). Its Christian usage is a modern story rather than an ancient one. Over the last three decades the name has been embraced by African-American Christian families in particular, in part through public figures like the Kendrick brothers, whose faith-based films (Fireproof, Courageous, War Room) helped bring the name into church culture.
Because the roots mean 'royal ruler' or 'chief champion,' Kendrick pairs naturally with the biblical language of adopted sons and daughters as heirs and 'kings and priests unto God' (Revelation 1:6). Parents often frame the name as a reminder that a child's identity in Christ is not something earned — it is inherited.
As a first name it holds up strongly on paper and in person: two clear syllables, a natural nickname (Ken, Rick, Kenny), and enough distinctiveness to travel well from a classroom to a résumé.
“And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.”
Why parents choose Kendrick today
- •Modern Christian associations without a heavy 'religious' sound
- •Meaning ('royal ruler') pairs with New Testament language of adoption
- •Distinctive but not invented — has real Celtic and Old English roots
What does Kendrick mean in the Bible?
Kendrick means "Royal power; Bold ruler" and is a name of Welsh/English origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Kendrick speaks of authority exercised with boldness — the kind of spiritual authority Jesus delegated to His followers. 'Behold, I give unto you power... over all the power of the enemy.' Kingdom authority flows through those who serve.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Kendrick?
Kendrick is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Royal power; Bold ruler" — not because Scripture names anyone Kendrick.
"All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth."
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Which books of the Bible mention Kendrick?
Kendrick is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Kendrick?
Kendrick embodies royal authority — the bold power delegated to believers through Christ's finished work.
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Kendrick name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Kendrick does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Royal power; Bold ruler", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Kendrick.
Kendrick means "Royal power; Bold ruler." It is a Welsh/English name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Royal power; Bold ruler" — runs right through the Bible.
Welsh/English. Kendrick comes into English from Welsh/English and carries the sense "Royal power; Bold ruler." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Kendrick
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Kendrick?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Kendrick?
You can read every verse where Kendrick appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.