Kendall Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Scottish
Meaning
English: valley of the river Kent; Scottish: from the Kent river
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kendall is derived from a place name in England, specifically referring to a valley associated with the River Kent. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with a sense of nature and tranquility due to its geographical roots.
Trend Summary
Kendall has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Kendra, Kenley, Kendrie, Kendry, Kendallia, Kendara
Variants
- Kendall
International Variants
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Famous people named Kendall
Kendall Jenner is an American model and television personality known for her role on the reality TV show 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians.'.
Kendall Wright is an American football wide receiver who played in the NFL.
Kendall Schmidt is an American singer and actor, best known as a member of the band Big Time Rush.
Kendall Coyne Schofield is an American ice hockey player who has represented the United States in international competitions.
Fictional characters named Kendall
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kendall was first seen in the United States in 1929. Kendall has ranked as high as #268 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kendall has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kendall (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 103 | |
| FL | 73 | |
| CA | 59 | |
| OH | 55 | |
| PA | 46 | |
| IL | 43 | |
| NY | 41 | |
| NC | 32 | |
| GA | 31 | |
| TN | 29 | |
| IN | 29 | |
| NJ | 27 | |
| VA | 25 | |
| MA | 20 | |
| MO | 19 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 31 |
| 1957 | 34 |
| 1958 | 70 |
| 1959 | 75 |
| 1960 | 109 |
| 1961 | 67 |
| 1962 | 66 |
| 1963 | 67 |
| 1964 | 120 |
| 1965 | 122 |
| 1966 | 89 |
| 1967 | 88 |
| 1968 | 89 |
| 1969 | 74 |
| 1970 | 112 |
| 1971 | 200 |
| 1972 | 114 |
| 1973 | 111 |
| 1974 | 98 |
| 1975 | 70 |
| 1976 | 72 |
| 1977 | 81 |
| 1978 | 113 |
| 1979 | 97 |
| 1980 | 190 |
| 1981 | 196 |
| 1982 | 278 |
| 1983 | 247 |
| 1984 | 471 |
| 1985 | 447 |
| 1986 | 510 |
| 1987 | 702 |
| 1988 | 572 |
| 1989 | 624 |
| 1990 | 642 |
| 1991 | 668 |
| 1992 | 746 |
| 1993 | 1,271 |
| 1994 | 1,648 |
| 1995 | 1,546 |
| 1996 | 1,468 |
| 1997 | 1,559 |
| 1998 | 1,645 |
| 1999 | 1,442 |
| 2000 | 1,651 |
| 2001 | 1,524 |
| 2002 | 1,643 |
| 2003 | 2,183 |
| 2004 | 2,360 |
| 2005 | 2,457 |
| 2006 | 2,324 |
| 2007 | 2,166 |
| 2008 | 2,310 |
| 2009 | 2,415 |
| 2010 | 2,342 |
| 2011 | 2,595 |
| 2012 | 2,625 |
| 2013 | 2,518 |
| 2014 | 2,442 |
| 2015 | 2,199 |
| 2016 | 1,703 |
| 2017 | 1,398 |
| 2018 | 1,213 |
| 2019 | 1,215 |
| 2020 | 1,019 |
| 2021 | 1,046 |
| 2022 | 1,061 |
| 2023 | 981 |
| 2024 | 985 |