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Meanings

Anglo-Saxon Baby Names Meaning:

In Anglo-Saxon Baby Names the meaning of the name Kendra is: Prophetess.

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Kendra is: Knowledge. Can also be a blend of Ken, meaning royal obligation; clear water, and Sandra, meaning: protector of man, or Andrea, meaning manly or masculine.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Kendra is: Prophetess.

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