kendall

Kendall is a name that functions as both a surname and a given name. It is of English origin and is linked to Kendal, a town in Cumbria, from which the surname is derived.

Used as a given name, Kendall is unisex but has been more common for girls in the United States since the late 20th century, with occasional use for boys as well.

Geographically, Kendall appears as a place name in several English-speaking regions and is found in the names of counties, towns, and communities.

Notable people with the name include Kendall Jenner, an American model and television personality; Kendall Schmidt, an American actor and musician; and Kendall Coyne Schofield, an American ice hockey player. In fiction, Kendall Roy is a major character in the television series Succession.

Variants of the name include Kendal, Kendell, and Kendall, with Kendall today most often used as a given name.