Wanderer or traveler
Derived from the Germanic element 'wendel', which refers to the tribe of the Vandals. In a broader sense, it has come to be associated with the concept of a traveler or wanderer. It was popularized in the United States during the 19th century and carries a studious, mid-century charm.
About 67 boys were named Wendell in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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