gender neutral
Kendall
valley of the River Kent, bright valley
About Kendall
A name that effortlessly bridges traditional sensibilities with modern appeal, Kendall represents sophisticated versatility in naming. This choice reflects parents who value names that work equally well in professional correspondence and casual social settings.
The two-syllable structure provides pleasing rhythm and balance, while the ending sound offers a gentle quality that softens what might otherwise feel overly formal. Kendall has successfully transitioned from primarily surname usage to a respected given name, demonstrating its adaptability and staying power.
Geographically and culturally neutral, Kendall functions smoothly across diverse communities and contexts. It avoids regional associations that might limit its appeal or create pronunciation challenges. The name suits various personality types, from athletic and outgoing to scholarly and introspective, never boxing its bearer into predetermined expectations.
Parents selecting Kendall show wisdom in choosing a name that provides their son with options rather than constraints, allowing his individual character to define the name rather than the reverse.
Popularity of the Name Kendall
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | #675 | |
| 1915 | #934 | |
| 1916 | #907 | |
| 1917 | #973 | |
| 1918 | #979 | |
| 1919 | #885 | |
| 1920 | #891 | |
| 1921 | #846 | |
| 1922 | #898 | |
| 1924 | #843 | |
| 1925 | #782 | |
| 1926 | #816 | |
| 1927 | #714 | |
| 1928 | #745 | |
| 1929 | #864 | |
| 1930 | #788 | |
| 1931 | #866 | |
| 1932 | #774 | |
| 1933 | #621 | |
| 1934 | #743 | |
| 1935 | #660 | |
| 1936 | #649 | |
| 1937 | #685 | |
| 1938 | #604 | |
| 1939 | #539 | |
| 1940 | #566 | |
| 1941 | #542 | |
| 1942 | #585 | |
| 1943 | #563 | |
| 1944 | #608 | |
| 1945 | #526 | |
| 1946 | #527 | |
| 1947 | #551 | |
| 1948 | #524 | |
| 1949 | #519 | |
| 1950 | #537 | |
| 1951 | #572 | |
| 1952 | #503 | |
| 1953 | #478 | |
| 1954 | #492 | |
| 1955 | #487 | |
| 1956 | #433 | |
| 1957 | #396 | |
| 1958 | #395 | |
| 1959 | #394 | |
| 1960 | #374 | |
| 1961 | #391 | |
| 1962 | #388 | |
| 1963 | #365 | |
| 1964 | #339 | |
| 1965 | #373 | |
| 1966 | #371 | |
| 1967 | #376 | |
| 1968 | #383 | |
| 1969 | #395 | |
| 1970 | #387 | |
| 1971 | #389 | |
| 1972 | #437 | |
| 1973 | #418 | |
| 1974 | #423 | |
| 1975 | #468 | |
| 1976 | #470 | |
| 1977 | #531 | |
| 1978 | #436 | |
| 1979 | #424 | |
| 1980 | #426 | |
| 1981 | #434 | |
| 1982 | #444 | |
| 1983 | #436 | |
| 1984 | #399 | |
| 1985 | #384 | |
| 1986 | #365 | |
| 1987 | #360 | |
| 1988 | #324 | |
| 1989 | #337 | |
| 1990 | #290 | |
| 1991 | #306 | #528 |
| 1992 | #323 | #624 |
| 1993 | #287 | #653 |
| 1994 | #287 | #813 |
| 1995 | #338 | |
| 1996 | #359 | #700 |
| 1997 | #359 | #658 |
| 1998 | #368 | #828 |
| 1999 | #395 | #953 |
| 2000 | #360 | #889 |
| 2001 | #425 | |
| 2002 | #461 | |
| 2003 | #500 | |
| 2004 | #504 | |
| 2005 | #522 | |
| 2006 | #566 | |
| 2007 | #538 | |
| 2008 | #639 | |
| 2009 | #594 | |
| 2010 | #592 | |
| 2011 | #602 | |
| 2012 | #645 | |
| 2013 | #650 | |
| 2014 | #757 | |
| 2015 | #782 | |
| 2016 | #925 | |
| 2017 | #859 | |
| 2018 | #873 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Kendall
Names Similar to Kendall
Nicknames for Kendall
- Ken
- Kenny
- Dally
- K.D.
- Dal
Famous People Named Kendall
| Kendall Jenner | American model and television personality |
| Kendall Schmidt | American actor and singer, known for the band Big Time Rush |
| Kendall Marshall | American professional basketball player |
| Kendall Langford | American professional football player |
| Kendall Graveman | American professional baseball player |
| Kendall Reyes | American former professional football player |
| Kendall Gill | American former professional basketball player |
| Kendall Sheffield | American professional football player |
| Kendall Waston | Costa Rican professional soccer player |
| Kendall Coyne Schofield | American professional ice hockey player |
| Kendall Rhine | American former professional baseball player |
| Kendall Ardoin | American former professional basketball player |
| Kendall Gammon | American former professional football player |
| Kendall Betts | American professional baseball player |
| Kendall Roberson | American professional basketball player |
| Kendall Edwards | American former professional baseball player |
| Kendall Simmons | American former professional football player |
| Kendall Cross | American former professional wrestler and actor |
| Kendall Mouton | American former professional basketball player |
Characters Named Kendall
| Kendall Knight | Character from the TV show "Big Time Rush" |
| Kendall Casablancas | Character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Kendall Morgan | Character from the movie "Big Fat Liar" |
| Kendall Banks | Character from the TV series "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" |
| Kendall Duncan | Character from the TV series "Kickin' It" |
| Kendall Dobbs | Character from the TV series "Boston Public" |
| Kendall | Character from the webcomic "Oz - Broken Kingdom" |
| Kendall Roy | Character from the TV series "Succession" |
| Kendall Schmid | Character from the TV series "Joey" |
| Kendall Hart | Character from the movie "Frenemies" |
| Kendall Rhodes | Character from the TV movie "A Princess for Christmas" |
| Kendall Harper | Character from the TV series "Moonlighting" |
| Kendall Shay | Character from the TV series "Cooper Barrett's Guide to Surviving Life" |
| Kendall Manning | Character from the TV series "The Client List" |
| Kendall Perkins | Character from the TV series "Game Shakers" |
| Kendall Stevens | Character from the TV series "Mr. Belvedere" |
| Kendall Charming | Character from the movie "Barbie - A Fashion Fairytale" |