Extremely rare; or Turkish for 'very rare'
In Turkish, Ender is a well-established name meaning 'rare' or 'exceptional.' In English-speaking contexts, it is primarily recognized as a literary name created or popularized by Orson Scott Card for his science fiction protagonist.
About 93 boys were named Ender in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The protagonist and tactical genius · Ender's Game
Major League Baseball outfielder