Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Wendell
Endangered
Down 95.9% from peak
Peak era
1940
Peak births
1,625
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Silent Generation
1880Peak 19402025
Quick answers about Wendell
How many people are named Wendell?
An estimated 29,001 living Americans are named Wendell.
How rare is Wendell?
Wendell is uncommon among babies today, with 67 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 95.9% from its 1940 peak.
How old is the typical Wendell?
The median age of a living American named Wendell is approximately 64 years, with most bearers falling between 51 and 72 years old.
Is Wendell still popular?
No. Wendell is endangered as a baby name, down 95.9% from its 1940 peak with 67 births in 2025.
Peak year
1940
Decline from peak
95.9%
2025
67
All-time
53,763