Wendell Crowder

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Wendell Crowder — Germanic
63K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Wendell Crowder 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 Crowder: Alfred Crowder (1878–1961), English cricketer Alvin Crowder, baseball pitcher Corey Crowder (born 1969), American basketball player Channing Crowder, NFL linebacker David Crowder, American musician Enoch Crowder, American World War I general Grace Meigs Crowder (1881–1925), American physician Jae Crowder (born 1990), American basketball player Jamison Crowder, American football player Jean Crowder, Canadian politician John Crowder (1891–1961), British politician John Crowder (1756–1830), English alderman; Lord Mayor of London Norman Crowder (1926–2013), English Anglican Archdeacon Petre Crowde. 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: Crowder

English

Alfred Crowder (1878–1961), English cricketer Alvin Crowder, baseball pitcher Corey Crowder (born 1969), American basketball player Channing Crowder, NFL linebacker David Crowder, American musician Enoch Crowder, American World War I general Grace Meigs Crowder (1881–1925), American physician Jae Crowder (born 1990), American basketball player Jamison Crowder, American football player Jean Crowder, Canadian politician John Crowder (1891–1961), British politician John Crowder (1756–1830), English alderman; Lord Mayor of London Norman Crowder (1926–2013), English Anglican Archdeacon Petre Crowde.

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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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Notable People Named Wendell Crowder

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

8
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Crowder?
The surname Crowder originates from English. Alfred Crowder (1878–1961), English cricketer Alvin Crowder, baseball pitcher Corey Crowder (born 1969), American basketball player Channing Crowder, NFL linebacker David Crowder, American musician Enoch Crowder, American World War I general Grace Meigs Crowder (1881–1925), American physician Jae Crowder (born 1990), American basketball player Jamison Crowder, American football player Jean Crowder, Canadian politician John Crowder (1891–1961), British politician John Crowder (1756–1830), English alderman; Lord Mayor of London Norman Crowder (1926–2013), English Anglican Archdeacon Petre Crowde.
What are the origins of the name Wendell Crowder?
The name Wendell Crowder combines two different traditions: the first name Wendell has Germanic roots, while the surname Crowder originates from English.
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