Kendra Nestor

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kendra Nestor — English
59K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kendra Nestor is a name that combines English origins. The first name Kendra is a feminine given name of English origin. Kendra is a female name of disputed origins. Kendra is a moderately popular female first name, ranking 403 out of 4275 for females of all ages in the 1990 U.S. Census. The name was at its most popular in the United States from the mid-1980s to mid-1990s, peaking in 1987. It is the female form of Kendrick. The surname Nestor: Nestor is, apart from a given name, also found as a surname borne by Irish and Estonians. In Ireland, it was derived as a shortened form of Mac Girr an Adhastair, meaning son of the short man of the bridle. It was sometimes shortened to Mac an Adhastair. The surname is most common in County Galway and County Clare. The clan were natives of Corcomroe in the latter county, which in the Middle Ages formed the north-westernmost territory of the kingdom of Thomond. The Mac Girr an Adhastair were associated with the local lords, the Ó Lochlainn family. Kendra is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 59K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kendra reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kendra

English

Kendra is a female name of disputed origins. Kendra is a moderately popular female first name, ranking 403 out of 4275 for females of all ages in the 1990 U.S. Census. The name was at its most popular in the United States from the mid-1980s to mid-1990s, peaking in 1987. It is the female form of Kendrick.

Surname: Nestor

Irish

Nestor is, apart from a given name, also found as a surname borne by Irish and Estonians. In Ireland, it was derived as a shortened form of Mac Girr an Adhastair, meaning son of the short man of the bridle. It was sometimes shortened to Mac an Adhastair. The surname is most common in County Galway and County Clare. The clan were natives of Corcomroe in the latter county, which in the Middle Ages formed the north-westernmost territory of the kingdom of Thomond. The Mac Girr an Adhastair were associated with the local lords, the Ó Lochlainn family.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kendra is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Kendra by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Kendra Nestor

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Kendra Nestor:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Kendra?
The first name Kendra originates from English. Kendra is a female name of disputed origins. Kendra is a moderately popular female first name, ranking 403 out of 4275 for females of all ages in the 1990 U.S. Census. The name was at its most popular in the United States from the mid-1980s to mid-1990s, peaking in 1987. It is the female form of Kendrick.
When was Kendra most popular?
The name Kendra reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Nestor?
The surname Nestor originates from Irish. Nestor is, apart from a given name, also found as a surname borne by Irish and Estonians. In Ireland, it was derived as a shortened form of Mac Girr an Adhastair, meaning son of the short man of the bridle. It was sometimes shortened to Mac an Adhastair. The surname is most common in County Galway and County Clare. The clan were natives of Corcomroe in the latter county, which in the Middle Ages formed the north-westernmost territory of the kingdom of Thomond. The Mac Girr an Adhastair were associated with the local lords, the Ó Lochlainn family.
What are the origins of the name Kendra Nestor?
The name Kendra Nestor combines two different traditions: the first name Kendra has English roots, while the surname Nestor originates from Irish.
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