NAME PROFILE
Wendy
Wendy is an English name that is believed to mean 'friend' or 'welcome.' It has a friendly, approachable quality, evoking warmth and camaraderie. The name suggests someone who is nurturing, supportive, and cherished by their friends and family.
Key Stats
| Total births | 263,276 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1967 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1927 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 22%IL — 19%FL — 19%TX — 19%
Notable People
Wendy Williams (Television host and actress) · Wendy's (Fast food chain founder, Dave Thomas named it after his daughter) · Wendy Carlos (Composer and electronic music pioneer) · Wendy Malick (Actress, *Just Shoot Me!*) · Wendy Davis (Politician and activist)
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