Kendall
Kendall: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɛndəl/
Meaning and origin of Kendall
Root meaning: “spring”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
Etymology
From the placename Kendal in Cumbria, "valley of the river Kent", and Kendale in Humberside, from Old Norse kelda (“spring”) + dalr (“valley”).
How popular is Kendall?
Since 1880, 66,533 girls and 35,350 boys in the U.S. have been named Kendall (65% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #116 in 2012. Its highest rank for boys was #287 in 1993. In 2025 it ranked #328 for girls, with 1,095 babies given the name.
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Kendall FAQ
What does the name Kendall mean?
Kendall traces back to a root meaning "spring". A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage. From the placename Kendal in Cumbria, "valley of the river Kent", and Kendale in Humberside, from Old Norse kelda (“spring”) + dalr (“valley”).
What is the origin of the name Kendall?
Kendall is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Kendall?
Since 1880, 66,533 girls and 35,350 boys in the U.S. have been named Kendall (65% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #116 in 2012. Its highest rank for boys was #287 in 1993. In 2025 it ranked #328 for girls, with 1,095 babies given the name.
Is Kendall a boy or girl name?
Kendall is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (66,533 girls and 35,350 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.