Vendela

“a name associated with the wind or the 'Vendel' people from the Vendel period in Sweden.” — Associated with Swedish culture

Sweden origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#982US 2023

1.2kBirths / yr

→Stable

64All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Vendela

vend·EL·uh

/vɛnd.ˈɛl.ə/ · stress on EL · 3 syllables

“a name associated with the wind or the 'Vendel' people from the Vendel period in Sweden.”

Associated with Swedish culture · Sweden origin

What does Vendela mean and where does it come from?

The name Vendela is of Scandinavian origin, commonly associated with Swedish culture. It is modern yet invokes a sense of tradition tied to historical references. The name gained popularity in Sweden, especially in the late 20th century, partly due to the influence of Swedish television personalitie

Cultural significance

Vendela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Sweden-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a name associated with the wind or the 'vendel' people from the vendel period in sweden..

Peak popularity

Reached #9556 in 1993 — currently #982 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Vendela?

Vendela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Vendela Grace

How popular is Vendela right now?

Holding steady — currently #982 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#982 · Top 0.72%

1995

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#982	1,218	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#987	1,198	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#992	1,168	▲ up 14485 · +19367% births
2005	#15477	6	▼ down 3880 · -14% births
1995	#11597	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Vendela

Best Year2023Rank #982

Peak Count1,218

Average Rank#6007

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20235 years

The story of Vendela

Vendela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 64 total births recorded, Vendela remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11597 in 1995 to #982 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Vendela in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Vendela by decade

Vendela peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s ★	39
2000s	20
2010s	5

💎Vendela has only 64 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Vendela?

Common

VenVeEla

What names sound and feel like Vendela?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Vendela also consider these

English · Derived from the

Verdella

American · A beloved name

Vandela

American · A beloved name

Engela

English · A English name

Fedela

Latin · A Latin name

Enkela

English · A English name

How is Vendela written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Vendela?

Wandal ANCIENT GERMANIC Wandalin ANCIENT GERMANIC Wendelin ANCIENT GERMANIC Vendelín CZECH Wendel DUTCH Wendelin DUTCH Wendel GERMAN Wendelin GERMAN Vendelín SLOVAK Wendell ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Vendela

What does the name Vendela mean?

Vendela means "a name associated with the wind or the 'Vendel' people from the Vendel period in Sweden." — a name rooted in Sweden tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Vendela?

Vendela is currently ranked #982 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Vendela?

Vendela originates from Sweden tradition. Sweden names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Vendela?

Vendela is a three-syllable name pronounced V EH0 N D EH1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Vendela?

Vendela pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Sweden heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.