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Kendell
Pronounced KEN-dul /ˈkɛn.dəl/High
Meaning: A spelling of Kendall — from the Old English, 'the valley of the river Kent' (a place/surname); used for both sexes; we note the surnameLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Kendell is a spelling of Kendall — from the Old English, 'the valley of the river Kent' (a place/surname; we note the surname). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'KEN-dul').
In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Kendall. Rare in this form, the-valley-of-the-Kent-river at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Kendell mean?
Kendell spells Kendall — English 'the valley of the river Kent'; used for both sexes; here for a girl. We note the surname.
How do you pronounce Kendell?
It's said KEN-dul /ˈkɛn.dəl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kendell a boy or girl name?
Kendell is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Kendell?
Kendell is a very rare spelling in the U.S.