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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Family; related by blood or origin (from the ordinary English word)
- Origin
- English (word name)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- KIN-dred
Kindred is an English word name, drawn straight from the everyday word meaning family, or related by blood or origin — there's no separate or hidden meaning layered on top. It's a neutral name, so it's given to children of any gender, and it's pronounced KIN-dred (IPA /ˈkɪndrəd/). If you want a name whose meaning is plainly stated rather than symbolic, this is a straightforward pick.
Meaning & Origin of Kindred
Meaning: Family; related by blood or origin (from the ordinary English word).
Origin: English (word name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kindred
KIN-dredIPA /ˈkɪndrəd/
Popularity of Kindred
SSA records from 1996 to 2024 show Kindred has stayed rare throughout, reaching its peak at rank #7232 in 2001 with just 9 babies, and landing at rank #8026 in 2024 with a count of 10.
Names Like Kindred
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FAQ
What does the name Kindred mean?
Family; related by blood or origin (from the ordinary English word). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kindred?
Kindred is pronounced KIN-dred (IPA: /ˈkɪndrəd/).
Is Kindred a popular name right now?
Kindred is near its all-time peak (#7232 in 2001), ranked #8026 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1996–2024.)
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