Kendall
Gender: Mostly Girl
Meaning: Valley of the River Kent or royal valley
Origin: Old English/Norse
Popularity: Ranked #328 in 2025 with 932 babies born.
History: Kendall is an English place name and surname derived from the town of Kendal in Cumbria, England, itself named from the River Kent and Old Norse 'dalr' (valley), meaning valley of the River Kent. It became a given name used for both sexes in the 20th century in the United States, with its gender-neutral quality contributing to its broad appeal.
Famous people named Kendall: Kendall Jenner (model)
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Kendall? About 1 in 3,040 babies born in 2025 were named Kendall, or roughly 3 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kendall
What does the name Kendall mean?
Kendall means “Valley of the River Kent or royal valley” from Old English/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Kendall?
Kendall has Old English/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Valley of the River Kent or royal valley”.
How popular is Kendall?
Kendall ranked #328 in 2025 — given to 932 babies that year.
When was Kendall most popular?
Kendall peaked in 2012 with 2,625 babies registered that year.
Is Kendall a boy or girl name?
Kendall is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 35% of Kendalls are boys and 65% are girls.
Is the name Kendall rising or falling in popularity?
Kendall has fallen 14 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #314 in 2020 to #328 in 2025.
How long has Kendall been recorded?
Kendall appears in birth records across 119 years — from 1906 through 2025.