Kendall is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #974 in 1996 with 21 recorded births. This places Kendall in the top 20% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 80 births ranking #527. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 14,095 girls 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.