Kendricks

Patronymic

Meaning

A patronymic surname derived from the personal name Kendrick, itself from Old English elements.

Etymology

Kendricks is a plural or possessive form of Kendrick, which derives from Old English 'Cyne' (royal) and 'ric' (power/rule). The '-s' suffix indicates 'son of Kendrick' or 'Kendrick's descendants'.

About the Kendricks Surname

Kendricks is a patronymic surname indicating descent from someone named Kendrick. It has become well-established in English-speaking countries.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 15,000 bearers in the United States #908 most common surname
Rare Common

Found throughout England and common in North America due to English immigration.

Kendricks Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Kendricks Surname