gender neutral
Kendall
valley of the river Kent
About Kendall
Sophisticated and polished, this name projects confidence and capability from the start. Originally popular as a surname, its transition to a given name has been seamless and widely embraced. There's an inherent sense of professionalism about it that serves well in academic and career settings, yet it retains enough softness for childhood and personal relationships. The name's gender-neutral history adds depth to its character, though it's been increasingly favored for girls in recent years. Its two-syllable structure makes it punchy and memorable without being complicated, and it pairs exceptionally well with longer, more elaborate middle names. The strong consonants give it presence and authority, qualities that many parents hope to instill in their daughters. It's equally at home in a boardroom or on a playground, demonstrating remarkable versatility. This adaptability across contexts and life stages makes it a practical yet stylish choice for forward-thinking families.
Popularity of the Name Kendall
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | #968 | ||||
| 1965 | #914 | ||||
| 1971 | #742 | ||||
| 1980 | #827 | ||||
| 1981 | #815 | ||||
| 1982 | #643 | ||||
| 1983 | #687 | ||||
| 1984 | #442 | ||||
| 1985 | #472 | ||||
| 1986 | #427 | ||||
| 1987 | #343 | ||||
| 1988 | #411 | ||||
| 1989 | #397 | #300 | |||
| 1990 | #407 | #239 | |||
| 1991 | #387 | #324 | #662 | ||
| 1992 | #350 | #172 | #668 | ||
| 1993 | #217 | #218 | #459 | ||
| 1994 | #179 | #308 | #392 | ||
| 1995 | #190 | #185 | #365 | ||
| 1996 | #198 | #432 | |||
| 1997 | #193 | #238 | #437 | ||
| 1998 | #187 | #249 | #404 | ||
| 1999 | #217 | #268 | #529 | ||
| 2000 | #191 | #237 | #604 | ||
| 2001 | #208 | #395 | #549 | ||
| 2002 | #195 | #695 | |||
| 2003 | #156 | #489 | |||
| 2004 | #137 | #546 | |||
| 2005 | #132 | #567 | |||
| 2006 | #148 | #411 | #703 | ||
| 2007 | #166 | #645 | |||
| 2008 | #149 | #842 | |||
| 2009 | #133 | #508 | |||
| 2010 | #133 | #821 | |||
| 2011 | #124 | #379 | #527 | ||
| 2012 | #116 | #983 | #289 | #470 | |
| 2013 | #130 | #681 | #366 | #695 | #411 |
| 2014 | #133 | #446 | #256 | #472 | #285 |
| 2015 | #147 | #508 | #293 | #694 | #392 |
| 2016 | #193 | #490 | #367 | #553 | #427 |
| 2017 | #224 | #610 | #960 | #407 | |
| 2018 | #272 | #576 | #581 | #601 | |
| 2019 | #275 | #585 | #761 | #592 | |
| 2020 | #314 | #835 | #509 | #687 | |
| 2021 | #306 | #785 | #687 | #627 | |
| 2022 | #301 | #978 | #604 | ||
| 2023 | #317 | #517 | #720 | ||
| 2024 | #312 | #976 | #666 | ||
| 2025 | #328 | #980 | #503 | #950 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kendall
Names Similar to Kendall
Nicknames for Kendall
- Ken
- Kenny
- Dally
Famous People Named Kendall
| Kendall Jenner | American model and television personality |
| Kendall Coyne Schofield | American Olympic ice hockey player |
| Kendall Vertes | American dancer and reality TV star |
| Kendall Wesenberg | American Olympic skeleton racer |
| Kendall Applegate | American actress |
| Kendall Baisden | American Olympic track and field athlete |
| Kendall Cross | American Olympic wrestler |
| Kendall Holt | American professional boxer |
| Kendall Karson | American adult film actress |
| Kendall Levin | American television writer and producer |
| Kendall Lohrey | American musician and composer |
| Kendall Marshall | American professional basketball player |
| Kendall McComas | American country music artist |
| Kendall Reyes | American retired professional football player |
| Kendall Ryan | American author of romance novels |
| Kendall Simmons | American former professional football player |
| Kendall Taylor | American jazz pianist and composer |
| Kendall Wright | American former professional football player |
| Kendall Waston | Costa Rican professional soccer player |
| Kendall White | American volleyball player |
Characters Named Kendall
| Kendall Hart | From the soap opera "All My Children" |
| Kendall Woods | From the book series "Sweet Valley High" |
| Kendall Harper | From the TV series "The War at Home" |
| Kendall Banks | From the TV series "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" |
| Kendall Morgan | From the TV series "Power Rangers Dino Charge" |
| Kendall Shifflett | From the TV series "Finding Carter" |
| Kendall Shay | From the TV series "Make It or Break It" |
| Kendall Griffins | From the TV series "Dance Academy" |
| Kendall Buchanan | From the book "Lover Unleashed" by J.R. Ward |
| Kendall Perkins | From the TV series "My Sister Sam" |
| Kendall Casablancas | From the book "Veronica Mars - An Original Mystery by Rob Thomas" |
| Kendall Rooney | From the TV series "Liv and Maddie" |
| Kendall Frazier | From the TV series "Criminal Minds" |
| Kendall Parker | From the TV series "Fame" |
| Kendall Davies | From the book "A Breath Away" by Heather Gudenkauf |
| Kendall Manning | From the TV series "Cold Case" |