Kendrick

Source: Old English and Welsh

Root Word: cyneweard

Derived From: Possibly derived from the Old English word cyneweard or the Welsh name Cynwrig.

Meaning: "Cyne" means royal or ruler, and "weard" means guardian.

Popularity History: It has been popular in the United States since the late 20th century, especially in the black community, and became more famous due to rapper Kendrick Lamar.