Pendleton Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Pendleton

"A village and civil parish in Ribble Valley district, Lancashire, England ."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1924 👥 62 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A village and civil parish in Ribble Valley district, Lancashire, England .
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
62
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Pendleton Mean?

Pendleton is both a surname and a given name. Notable people with the name include:

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Pendleton is both a surname and a given name. Notable people with the name include:

Root Element
Pendleton
Core Meaning
"A village and civil parish in Ribble Valley district, Lancashire, England ."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Pendleton

P 7
E 5
N 5
D 4
L 3
E 5
T 2
O 6
N 5
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

📊 Pendleton in Numbers

62 US bearers
1924 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Pendleton" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A village and civil parish in Ribble Valley district, Lancashire, England .".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~62 people named Pendleton in the US. Peaked in 1924 with 8 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Pendleton?

The Life Path number for Pendleton is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 8.

Is Pendleton a boy or girl name?

Pendleton is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 79% male and 21% female.

How many people are named Pendleton in the US?

Approximately 62 people in the United States are named Pendleton. The name peaked in 1924 with 8 recorded uses.

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