Kenric
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kenric
Kenric means "bold ruler" or "brave king," derived from the Old English elements "cene" (bold, keen) and "ric" (ruler, king).
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Etymology
Kenric means "bold ruler" or "brave king," derived from the Old English elements "cene" (bold, keen) and "ric" (ruler, king). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures with Germanic roots, and while not tied to any specific religion, it has historical connections to Anglo-Saxon England.
Kenric currently ranks #6,728 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1976.
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