Kendale is a given name of American origin. It is a combination of two names: Kenneth and Dale. The name Kenneth has Scottish origins and means "handsome" or "bold," while Dale has English roots and means "valley." Therefore, Kendale could be interpreted as meaning "handsome valley."
The name Kendale first appeared in the United States in the mid-20th century. It was most popular during the 1970s, when it reached its peak popularity. Since then, its usage has declined significantly.
Despite its decline in popularity, Kendale remains a distinctive and unique name. Its meaning adds to its uniqueness, as not many names combine two other names with such distinct meanings. Additionally, Kendale's American origin gives it a familiar yet uncommon sound that sets it apart from more common names.
Overall, Kendale is an interesting and meaningful name with a rich history and origins. Its combination of Scottish and English roots makes it a unique choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their child.
The name Kendale has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years in the United States. In 1987, it was quite popular with 10 births recorded that year. However, there was a significant drop in its popularity the following year, with only 5 births registered in 1988.
The name Kendale experienced a resurgence in popularity in 1994, with an increase to 11 births that year. This increase was not sustained, and there were fewer births recorded in subsequent years: 6 in 1996, 5 in 2000, and another 6 in 2002.
After a brief period of decline, the popularity of Kendale began to rise again in recent years. There were 5 births in 2010, followed by an increase to 7 births in 2011.
In total, over these eight years, there have been 55 births recorded for the name Kendale in the United States. Despite fluctuations in popularity, Kendale has remained a relatively uncommon name during this period.