Kendal
Kendal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɛndəl/
Meaning and origin of Kendal
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
Etymology
From Old English Cent + dæl = "valley of the river Kent".
How popular is Kendal?
Since 1880, 9,123 girls and 4,677 boys in the U.S. have been named Kendal (66% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #513 in 2004. Its highest rank for boys was #888 in 1990. In 2025, 60 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Kendal
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Sibling name ideas for Kendal
Sister and brother names that share Kendal's English roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Kendal FAQ
What does the name Kendal mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage. From Old English Cent + dæl = "valley of the river Kent".
What is the origin of the name Kendal?
Kendal is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Kendal?
Since 1880, 9,123 girls and 4,677 boys in the U.S. have been named Kendal (66% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #513 in 2004. Its highest rank for boys was #888 in 1990. In 2025, 60 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kendal a boy or girl name?
Kendal is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (9,123 girls and 4,677 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.