Kendall

Meaning of Kendall

From the valley of the Kent river.

Kendall has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kendall

Kendall has cooled off, slipping to #328 in 2025, down from a peak of #116 in 2012.

Kendall as a boy's name

Kendall is also used as a boy's name. From the royal valley

Notable people named Kendall

• Kendall Jenner
  Model and television personality
• Kendall Schmidt
  Singer and actor
• Kendall Vertes
  Dancer and television personality
• Kendall Coyne Schofield
  Professional ice hockey player
• Kendall Glazer
  Film and television producer

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Questions about the name Kendall

What does the name Kendall mean?

Kendall means from the valley of the kent river, and it comes from English origins.

Is Kendall a boy's or a girl's name?

Kendall is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Kendall?

In 2025, Kendall ranked #328 for girls, down from #310 the year before.

When was Kendall most popular?

Kendall peaked at #116 in 2012.