To sign the name Kendra, you will fingerspell each letter: K-E-N-D-R-A. Hold your dominant hand at about shoulder height with your palm facing outward. Form each letter clearly, smoothly transitioning from one handshape to the next without bouncing your hand.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME' followed by fingerspelling K-E-N-D-R-A.
Fingerspell K-E-N-D-R-A, then sign 'COME PARTY', keeping your eyebrows raised to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I NEED TALK-TO' and then fingerspell K-E-N-D-R-A to specify who you are talking about.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME' followed by fingerspelling K-E-N-D-R-A.
Fingerspell K-E-N-D-R-A, then sign 'COME PARTY', keeping your eyebrows raised to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I NEED TALK-TO' and then fingerspell K-E-N-D-R-A to specify who you are talking about.
Yes, unless you are referring to a specific person named Kendra who has been given a unique name sign by the Deaf community. Otherwise, fingerspelling is the standard way to introduce or refer to someone by name.
As a beginner, you should prioritize clarity over speed. It is much better to fingerspell slowly and clearly so the other person can understand you, rather than rushing and making mistakes.
In Deaf culture, name signs are traditionally given by Deaf individuals. If you are hearing, it is culturally appropriate to fingerspell your name or the names of others until a Deaf person gives them a name sign.
