Kendell Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-dəl / /ˈkɛndəl/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: valley of the river Kent; Scottish: from the royal valley
Historical & Cultural Background
Kendell is a name that has roots in both English and Scottish cultures. It is often associated with geographical locations, particularly valleys. The name has gained popularity as a given name in modern times, particularly in the United States. Variations of the name can be found in different cultures, reflecting its adaptability.
Trend Summary
Kendell has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kendall
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kendell was first seen in the United States in 1919. Kendell has ranked as high as #1098 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in New York, Louisiana, Illinois, Texas, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kendell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kendell (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 21 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 34 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 43 |
| 1961 | 31 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 49 |
| 1964 | 45 |
| 1965 | 40 |
| 1966 | 40 |
| 1967 | 39 |
| 1968 | 44 |
| 1969 | 43 |
| 1970 | 45 |
| 1971 | 56 |
| 1972 | 38 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 52 |
| 1975 | 47 |
| 1976 | 59 |
| 1977 | 49 |
| 1978 | 80 |
| 1979 | 68 |
| 1980 | 61 |
| 1981 | 66 |
| 1982 | 62 |
| 1983 | 65 |
| 1984 | 62 |
| 1985 | 71 |
| 1986 | 83 |
| 1987 | 87 |
| 1988 | 88 |
| 1989 | 127 |
| 1990 | 129 |
| 1991 | 117 |
| 1992 | 98 |
| 1993 | 103 |
| 1994 | 95 |
| 1995 | 110 |
| 1996 | 87 |
| 1997 | 101 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 110 |
| 2000 | 102 |
| 2001 | 93 |
| 2002 | 97 |
| 2003 | 80 |
| 2004 | 88 |
| 2005 | 83 |
| 2006 | 84 |
| 2007 | 79 |
| 2008 | 108 |
| 2009 | 81 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 64 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 32 |