Fendi
A name believed to be inspired by the Italian fashion house.
Name Census estimates that about 222 living Americans carry the first name Fendi. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 87.1% of registrations being female. The average person named Fendi today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fendi births was 2023 (24 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fendi. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
222
~ 1 in 1,543,938 Americans
Peak year
2023
24 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,181
Tracked since 1989
Gender
Gender distribution for Fendi
Fendi leans heavily female at 87.1% of total registrations, but 29 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Fendi as a male name
- Ranked #10,181 in 2024
- 7 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (11 births)
Fendi as a female name
- Ranked #11,395 in 2024
- 8 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2019 (16 births)
Popularity
Fendi: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Fendi from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 82 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Fendi by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Fendi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Fendi
The name Fendi is believed to have originated from the Italian language, with roots tracing back to the Renaissance period in Italy during the 14th to 17th centuries. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "fendere," which means "to split" or "to divide." This could potentially be linked to the practice of splitting or dividing resources or possessions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Fendi dates back to the late 15th century, when a Florentine merchant named Fendi Bardi was mentioned in historical records. However, it is unclear whether this was a first name or a surname at that time.
In the 16th century, a renowned Italian philosopher and mathematician named Fendi Commandino (1509-1575) gained recognition for his contributions to the translation and interpretation of ancient Greek mathematical texts. His work helped bridge the gap between ancient knowledge and the Renaissance era.
Another notable figure bearing the name Fendi was Fendi Martelli (1629-1701), an Italian architect and sculptor from Florence. He was renowned for his intricate architectural designs and decorative sculptures adorning various churches and buildings throughout Italy.
In the literary world, Fendi Carducci (1835-1907) was an acclaimed Italian poet and scholar who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1906. His poetic works, which celebrated the beauty of nature and Italian culture, earned him widespread acclaim and recognition.
During the 20th century, Fendi Lamborghini (1916-1993), an Italian industrialist and entrepreneur, founded the iconic Lamborghini automobile company. His vision and passion for high-performance sports cars left an indelible mark on the automotive industry.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Fendi, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and significance within the Italian tradition.
People
Fendi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Fendi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fendi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fendi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 222 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fendi going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,543,938 US residents.
Is Fendi a common name?
We classify Fendi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 75.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 225 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fendi most popular?
The single biggest year for Fendi was 2023, when 24 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fendi is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Fendi a female name?
Yes, 87.1% of people registered as Fendi in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.