Boys name · California
Wendell in California
Wendell was the 2193rd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 7 babies named Wendell that year. Since 1913, California families have named 2,125 babies Wendell.
Popularity over time
Wendell in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 | 279th |
| 1927 | 15 | 285th |
| 1941 | 28 | 240th |
| 1955 | 49 | 299th |
| 1969 | 34 | 449th |
| 1983 | 13 | 894th |
| 1998 | 8 | 1649th |
| 2025 | 7 | 2193rd |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 279th in 1913 to 2193rd in 2025.
The most babies named Wendell in California in a single year was 86, in 1961. Its best showing was 181st among boys names in 1918.
Across the country, Wendell reached its best rank of 27th in Vermont (1914). See Wendell in every state →
How popular is Wendell in California?
Wendell was the 2193rd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 7 babies named Wendell that year. Since 1913, California families have named 2,125 babies Wendell.
How many babies are named Wendell in California?
In 2025, 7 babies were named Wendell in California. The most babies named Wendell in California in a single year was 86, in 1961.
What is the rank of Wendell in California?
Wendell ranked 2193rd among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 181st among boys names in 1918.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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