Kendale
Kendale is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Valley on the River Kent.
Origin and history
Kendale is a modern masculine given name derived from an English surname or place name, likely connected to Kendal in Cumbria, England. It combines elements referring to the River Kent and the Old Norse word for valley. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
981 babies in the United States have been named Kendale since 1880. It ranks #3701 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1880.
States where it is most popular
- IL (42.3 %)
- CA (19.2 %)
- LA (19.2 %)
- NY (19.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 26 |
| 1970-1980 | 94 |
| 1980-1990 | 178 |
| 1990-2000 | 293 |
| 2000-2010 | 203 |
| 2010-2019 | 140 |
| 2020-2029 | 47 |
Nicknames
Ken, Kenny
Fun facts
- The name ultimately traces back to Kendal, a market town in Cumbria, England, situated along the River Kent.
- Kendale has seen consistent, low-frequency usage in the United States, keeping it unique yet familiar.