Kendell vs Ripken

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ripken

Boy #3,517 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the rippling water"

Origin: Low German toponym

Cultural Roots

American German-American Baseball culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,517
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kendell Rank #3,529
Ripken Rank #3,517

Ripken is more popular, ranked #3517 vs #3529 for Kendell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendell or Ripken more popular?

Ripken is more popular, ranked #3517 compared to Kendell at #3529 in the United States.

What do Kendell and Ripken mean?

Kendell means "valley of the River Kent" (Old English/Old Norse origin). Ripken means "from the rippling water" (Low German toponym origin).

Are Kendell and Ripken boy or girl names?

Kendell is primarily a boy name. Ripken is primarily a boy name.

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