Wendell name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 16th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old High German and Germanic
Usage: English, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish and Finnish
Pronunciation: we-nde-ll
Meaning: A Wend and Wanderer
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What does Wendell mean?

Meaning of Wendell is A Wend or Wanderer is of Germanic and Old High German origin and is used for both boys and girls is largely used in Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish and English.

Wendell is derivation of Wendelin. Wendelin is abridged form of names with "spiral". Wendelin is form of Wendel in German language. Noteworthy and Venerable Wendelin's origin is Old High German and Dutch is especially used in German and Finnish languages, meaning of Wendelin is "Wanderer and Wend".

How Wendell is perceived as a baby name?

Wendell is a charming and unique name that stands out due to its uncommon usage. It has a classic and timeless feel to it which makes it perfect for parents who prefer traditional names.

Its German origin gives it an exotic yet familiar appeal, making it suitable for multicultural families. Wendell carries a sense of adventure and exploration, evoking images of wanderlust and discovery. It's also gender-neutral, lending itself to both boys and girls, which makes it even more versatile as a baby name choice.

In summary, Wendell is an excellent option for parents who are searching for a distinctive name with an adventurous twist that is traditional yet contemporary.

How do I pronounce Wendell?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Wendell is we-nde-ll. wen-dell is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Names that rhyme with Wendell

How popular is the name Wendell?

Wendell was a popular name in United States. Over 53744 babies have been given the moniker in 191 years. At the peak of its usage in 1940, it ranked 114th when 1625 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 191 years. Additionally, the moniker has been in the top 500 baby names an astonishing 91 times Wendell is an uncommon baby name in France still in use today.

But Wendell is a popular baby name in Brazil where every 1 in 20000 have the name as well as in Philippines. According to our evaluation, over 80000 babies have been named Wendell globally.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018197773
2017192674
2016174188
2015190076
2014186778
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Wendell in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands487705
Sweden4702
Norway4702
Denmark3000

What numbers say about Wendell?

You are successful because you never compete with others but with the person, you see in the mirror. Focus on what's important to you rather than focusing on making other people content. You often end up hurt and disappointed. It's time you realize that your life success and accomplishments don't depend on other people and their opinion of you but on you and your opinion of yourself. The only person you need to prove yourself is the person you see in the mirror every day.

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Famous people named Wendell

  • Wendell Johnson, proponent of general semantics
  • Wendell Phillips, American abolitionist
  • Wendell Cox, American urban policy analyst and academic
  • Wendell Goler, Senior White House and Foreign Affairs correspondent for Fox News Channel
  • Wendell Niles, was one of the great announcers of the American golden age of radio
  • Wendell Fields, veteran anti-poverty activist in Hamilton, Ontario
  • Wendell Rawls Jr., Wendell Lee Rawls Jr
  • Wendell Smith, African American sportswriter
  • Wendell Castle, American furniture artist and a leading figure
  • Wendell Hulcher, American businessman, politician
  • Wendell H. Meade, served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives
  • Wendell Williams, retired male track and field athlete
  • Wendell Wise Mayes Jr., Wendell Wise Mayes Jr
  • Wendell L. Minckley, college professor and leading expert on fish
  • Wendell Lovett, Pacific Northwest architect and teacher
  • Wendell P. Kay, Wendell Palmer Kay, Jr
  • Wendell H. Murphy, former North Carolina farmer
  • Wendell Meredith Stanley, American biochemist, virologist and Nobel laureate
  • Wendell Willkie, American lawyer and corporate executive
  • Wendell R. Anderson, American hockey player
  • Wendell Ford, American politician
  • Wendell Berry, American novelist, poet, environmental activist
  • Wendell Cushing Neville, major general of the United States Marine Corps
  • Wendell Scott, American stock car racing driver
  • Wendell L. Roelofs, first researcher to characterize insect sex pheromone structures
  • Wendell Corey, American actor and politician
  • Wendell Fertig, American civil engineer,
  • Wendell Mottley, Trinidad & Tobago economist
  • Wendell Young, Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender
  • Wendell Bryant, former American football defensive tackle
  • Wendell Sailor, Australian former professional rugby footballer
  • Wendell Bailey, American politician from Missouri
  • Wendell Ladner, American professional basketball player
  • Wendell Phillips Garrison, American editor and author
  • Wendell Kim, American professional baseball player
  • Wendell Tyler, former professional American football player
  • Wendell Pierce, American actor
  • Wendell Nedderman, {{cite book
  • Wendell White, Bermudian cricketer
  • Wendell Wyatt, Republican United States Representative
  • Wendell R. Beitzel, Republican politician from Maryland
  • Wendell J. Westcott, University Carillonneur at Michigan State University
  • Wendell Davis, former professional American football wide receiver
  • Wendell Hayes, former American football running back
  • Wendell Rodricks, Indian fashion designer based
  • Wendell Mayes, Hollywood screenwriter
  • Wendell G. Rayburn, served as president of Savannah State College
  • Wendell Lira, retired Brazilian association footballer
  • Wendell Mitchell, Democratic member of the Alabama Senate
  • Wendell Ramos in Sukob as Actor
  • Wendell Rafferty in Sling Blade as Actor
  • Wendell K. Phillips in The Burglar as Actor
  • Wendell Wright in All the President's Men as Actor
  • Wendell Kinney in Over the Line as Actor
  • Wendell James in The 46th Annual NAACP Image Awards as
  • Wendell Alexis Paul Wendell Alexis is a former American basketball player.
  • Wendell Jon Andersson directed the movie With or Without You
  • In 1989, Wendell B. Harris Jr. portrayed the role of William Douglas Street in comedy, drama movie Chameleon Street.
  • Wendell Holmes characterized leading character of Milt in 1995 drama flick Lotto Land.
  • In 1969, Wendell Swink played the role of Friar Laurence in comedy flick The Secret Sex Lives of Romeo and Juliet.
  • Wendell Wellman portrayed leading character of Ray Perkins in 1989 crime and drama movie Curfew.
  • In 2014, Wendell Jaspers portrayed the role of Merel in drama, thriller film Cornea.

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