Wendal
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Wendal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 97 babies have been named Wendal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wendal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,525 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,525
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Wendal
Wendal is a boy name .
Wendal is currently ranked #38,525 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wendal include Wen, Wend, Wendy, Wendie, Wey, Weie, and Wenkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Wendal include Wendell . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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