Kendyl Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kendyl is a modern English name derived from the place name Kendall, which has Old Norse roots meaning 'valley of the River Kent'. It evolved from Kendall and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unisex name. While it does not have biblical relevance, it is perceived as trendy and unique in contemporary society, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Kendyl is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kendyl has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kendyl' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11832nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11631st out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10161st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2331st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1242nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1860th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kendyl' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kendyl"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛndɪl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kendyl is a modern variant of the name Kendall, which originally derives from a place name in England. The name itself is believed to come from the Old Norse elements 'kend' meaning 'valley' and 'dalr' meaning 'dale' or 'valley'.
Meaning
Valley of the River Kent
Language Evolution
Kendall, Kendyl
Historical Usage
Kendyl gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern and unisex alternative.
Variants & Derivatives
Kendall, Kendall, Kendi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kendyl is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often appreciated for its uniqueness and gender-neutral appeal.
Famous People
Kendyl Jacox, an American football player, Kendyl McCulloch, an American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kendyl"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kendyl"
"Kendyl" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10839th of 16616 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11832nd of 24088 | 59 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11631st of 23106 | 54 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10161st of 12526 | 14 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2331st of 27321 | 804 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1242nd of 35406 | 2,899 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1860th of 30306 | 1,318 |
Regional Popularity of "Kendyl" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kendyl" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.26% 2147th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
37.50% 1948th/5194 |
35.84% 2264th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.79% 907th/4582 |
30.09% 1554th/5164 |
17.71% 1295th/7313 |
21.51% 1605th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.03% 1316th/3984 |
39.05% 1752nd/4487 |
30.94% 2111th/6822 |
48.33% 3033rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kendyl"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kendyl" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.