Kendall is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1665 in 2011 with 17 recorded births. This places Kendall in the top 22% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 80 births ranking #527. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 19.0%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 18,901 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.