Everything about the name RENDALL

Meaning, origin, history

Rendall is a unique and uncommon given name of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Randi," which means "shield wolf." This name was brought to Scotland by the Vikings who invaded and settled there during the medieval period.

The name Rendall has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One of the most famous bearers of this name is Sir Robert Rendall, a Scottish soldier and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Orkney and Shetland in the early 20th century. Another notable figure is Rendell Barkley, an American politician who served as a United States Senator from Kentucky from 1965 to 1985.

Despite its association with these prominent figures, the name Rendall remains relatively rare and unique today. It is often mistaken for other names such as Randall or Kendall, but it has its own distinct history and meaning. For those who choose to bear this name, they carry with them a piece of Scottish history and a strong, warrior-like meaning.

See also

Scottish

Popularity of the name RENDALL since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name Rendall has seen a varied number of births in the United States over the years, with some notable peaks and valleys. Between 1950 and 1984, there were a total of 47 babies named Rendall born in the U.S. The earliest year recorded was 1950, with five babies being given this name. This number remained consistent for two more years before increasing to six births in 1953. After that, the number of Rendalls born annually fluctuated between five and six until 1974 when there were also five births. The year 1979 saw another increase with six births, followed by a decrease back down to five in 1984. Despite these fluctuations, it's clear that while not extremely popular, the name Rendall has maintained a consistent presence among baby names in the United States during this period.