Wendell
Wendell is a boy name of Germanic origin, meaning “Usually explained as wanderer”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as wanderer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic |
| Pronunciation | WEN-dul |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | United States |
Meaning and origin of Wendell
Wendell comes from the Germanic name element Wendel, connected with the Vandals or the Wends, a Slavic people; because these tribes migrated, it is often explained as 'wanderer', though that is an interpretation rather than a certainty. It is related to St Wendelin, a hermit honoured in the Saarland. In America it became popular through the Wendell family of New England, as in Oliver Wendell Holmes, and the writer Wendell Berry.
Is Wendell a religious name?
Wendell is linked to St Wendelin, a medieval shepherd-hermit and patron of herdsmen, but is mostly used as a secular name.
How popular is Wendell?
Mostly found among older generations in the United States; uncommon today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wendell mean?
Wendell means 'Usually explained as wanderer'. It is of Germanic origin.
Does Wendell have a religious meaning?
Wendell is linked to St Wendelin, a medieval shepherd-hermit and patron of herdsmen, but is mostly used as a secular name.
How do you pronounce Wendell?
Wendell is pronounced WEN-dul.
Is Wendell a boy or girl name?
Wendell is usually a boy name.