Kendel
boy nameKendel entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #2084 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1954–2025
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rank today
#2084
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3723 |
| 1960s | #3062 |
| 1970s | #3922 |
| 1980s | #3795 |
| 1990s | #3782 |
| 2000s | #4391 |
| 2010s | #6759 |
| 2020s | #10165 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Kendel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kendel alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kendel in 2025?
- Kendel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kendel most popular?
- Kendel peaked in 1965, reaching #2084 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kendel with classmates?
- Kendel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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