Kendall is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #3039 in 2012 with 6 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 9 births ranking #2097. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 100.0%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 58,070 boys born was named Kendall. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Kendall began as an English surname and place name and is usually understood to refer to the valley of the River Kent. As a first name it feels tailored, modern, and unisex.
Surname-style names became increasingly popular as given names in the twentieth century, and Kendall fits that pattern well. Its smart, streamlined sound has helped it stay current for girls and boys alike.