Kendra
Kendra (noun) means a female given name coined in the mid-20th century, likely blending "Kenneth" and "Sandra.". Example: “Kendra was named after both her grandfathers, Ken and Sander.”
How to use Kendra
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA modern female given name.
Word forms
kendras plural
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_____ was named after both her grandfathers, Ken and Sander.
Etymology
Coined in the twentieth century, apparently as a blend of the names "Kenneth" and "Sandra."
Rhymes for Kendra
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What does “Kendra” mean?
The word “Kendra” means a female given name coined in the mid-20th century, likely blending "Kenneth" and "Sandra.". In plain terms, a modern female given name.
How do you pronounce “Kendra”?
“Kendra” is pronounced KEHND-ruh (/ˈkɛndɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kendra” in a sentence?
Here is “Kendra” used in a sentence: “Kendra was named after both her grandfathers, Ken and Sander.”
What part of speech is “Kendra”?
“Kendra” is a noun.
Where does the word “Kendra” come from?
The word “Kendra” dates back to around 1900. Coined in the twentieth century, apparently as a blend of the names "Kenneth" and "Sandra.".
How many meanings does “Kendra” have?
“Kendra” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name coined in the mid-20th century, likely blending "Kenneth" and "Sandra.".