Wendel
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
2,142 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1940 Peak Popularity Year
45 Peak Births

Wendel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Wendel is of Old High German origin, meaning 'to wander' or 'to travel'. It has evolved through various historical forms and retains its significance in contemporary naming. While it lacks biblical relevance, it is recognized for its traditional charm and has been associated with notable figures in sports and music.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Wendel"

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Pronunciation

/ˈwɛndəl/

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Origin

Old High German

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Etymology

The name Wendel is derived from the Old High German name 'Wandala', which means 'to wander' or 'to travel'. It is also associated with the root word 'wend', meaning 'to turn'.

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Meaning

to wander, to travel

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Language Evolution

Wandala (Old High German), Wend (Middle High German), Wendel (Modern German)

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Historical Usage

Wendel gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in German-speaking regions. It was often used as a given name for boys and has been associated with various legendary figures.

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Variants & Derivatives

Wendell, Wendela, Wendoline

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Wendel is considered a traditional name that carries a sense of heritage and historical significance. It is less common today but still appreciated for its classic roots.

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Famous People

Wendel Clark (Canadian hockey player), Wendel Halls (American singer-songwriter)

📊 Wendel Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Wendel Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 45 peak births in 1940

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Texas

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Wendel" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Wendel"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Wendel"

"Wendel" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1638th of 7545 340
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1280th of 6773 529
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1381st of 7552 598
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1958th of 10718 356
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4600th of 16616 163
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 9304th of 24088 98
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 11245th of 23106 58

Regional Popularity of "Wendel" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
74.79%
1059th/1416
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
58.47%
904th/1546
- 74.67%
1757th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
63.27%
1409th/2227
- 51.10%
1458th/2853
49.15%
1364th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 55.91%
1967th/3518
-
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 67.60%
3511th/5194
-
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Wendel" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Wendel"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Wendel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Wendel" in the United States

The name Wendel is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Wendel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Wendel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1638th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1280th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1381st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1958th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4600th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9304th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11245th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Wendel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Wendel name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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