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Kendyl

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kendyl: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2012.

Kendyl is a modern variation of Kendall, which originated as an English and Scottish surname derived from a place name in Westmorland, meaning "valley of the River Kent" from the Old British river name *Cunetio* and Old English *denu* (valley). While not ancient, it has gained currency as a feminine given name in recent decades, partly influenced by the celebrity stylist Kendyl Lloyd. The name shares its root with the River Kent, which flows through Cumbria, and with the well-known town of Kendal, famed for its mint cake. Kendyl offers a slightly softer, more distinctive alternative to the more common Kendall, with a modern, accessible feel that appeals to parents seeking a name with a place-name heritage and a contemporary spelling twist.