Wendell Comstock

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Wendell Comstock — Germanic
63K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Wendell Comstock is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Wendell is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Wendell is an alternate spelling of Wendel, a surname of Germanic origin. It is also a masculine given name in the United States, often given to commemorate poet Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809–1894) or his son Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. (1841–1935), a famous justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Wendell was the maiden name of Sarah Holmes, mother of Oliver Wendell Holmes. Since about 1970 Wendell is a common given name in Brazil, where it has been borne by famous footballers. In the United States the popularity of the name peaked around 1940, then declined steadily after 1960. The surname Comstock: A. B. Comstock (1857–1937), American politician Ada Comstock (1876–1973), U.S. women's education pioneer Adam Comstock (1740–1819), Revolutionary War veteran and New York politician Albert C. Comstock (1845–1910), New York lawyer and politician Anna Botsford Comstock (1854–1930), U.S. artist, educator, and conservationist Anthony Comstock (1844–1915), U.S. moral reformer and namesake of the Comstock laws Barbara Comstock (born 1959), member of the U.S. House of Representatives Bobby Comstock (1941–2020), American rock and roll singer Charles Carter Comstock (1818–1900), U.S. Wendell is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 63K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Wendell reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Wendell

Germanic

Wendell is an alternate spelling of Wendel, a surname of Germanic origin. It is also a masculine given name in the United States, often given to commemorate poet Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809–1894) or his son Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. (1841–1935), a famous justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Wendell was the maiden name of Sarah Holmes, mother of Oliver Wendell Holmes. Since about 1970 Wendell is a common given name in Brazil, where it has been borne by famous footballers. In the United States the popularity of the name peaked around 1940, then declined steadily after 1960.

Surname: Comstock

English

A. B. Comstock (1857–1937), American politician Ada Comstock (1876–1973), U.S. women's education pioneer Adam Comstock (1740–1819), Revolutionary War veteran and New York politician Albert C. Comstock (1845–1910), New York lawyer and politician Anna Botsford Comstock (1854–1930), U.S. artist, educator, and conservationist Anthony Comstock (1844–1915), U.S. moral reformer and namesake of the Comstock laws Barbara Comstock (born 1959), member of the U.S. House of Representatives Bobby Comstock (1941–2020), American rock and roll singer Charles Carter Comstock (1818–1900), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Wendell is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Wendell by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Wendell Comstock:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Wendell?
The first name Wendell originates from Germanic. Wendell is an alternate spelling of Wendel, a surname of Germanic origin. It is also a masculine given name in the United States, often given to commemorate poet Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809–1894) or his son Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. (1841–1935), a famous justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Wendell was the maiden name of Sarah Holmes, mother of Oliver Wendell Holmes. Since about 1970 Wendell is a common given name in Brazil, where it has been borne by famous footballers. In the United States the popularity of the name peaked around 1940, then declined steadily after 1960.
When was Wendell most popular?
The name Wendell reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Comstock?
The surname Comstock originates from English. A. B. Comstock (1857–1937), American politician Ada Comstock (1876–1973), U.S. women's education pioneer Adam Comstock (1740–1819), Revolutionary War veteran and New York politician Albert C. Comstock (1845–1910), New York lawyer and politician Anna Botsford Comstock (1854–1930), U.S. artist, educator, and conservationist Anthony Comstock (1844–1915), U.S. moral reformer and namesake of the Comstock laws Barbara Comstock (born 1959), member of the U.S. House of Representatives Bobby Comstock (1941–2020), American rock and roll singer Charles Carter Comstock (1818–1900), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Wendell Comstock?
The name Wendell Comstock combines two different traditions: the first name Wendell has Germanic roots, while the surname Comstock originates from English.
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