Caden
Caden: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkeɪdn̩/
Meaning and origin of Caden
- A male given name originating as a coinage.
- A female given name originating as a coinage.
Etymology
Invented by American parents in the 1990s to rhyme with the equally fashionable Aidan, Braden, Hayden and Jayden.
How popular is Caden?
Since 1880, 948 girls and 72,045 boys in the U.S. have been named Caden (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2167 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #91 in 2006. In 2025 it ranked #201 for boys, with 1,752 babies given the name.
Names similar to Caden
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Sibling name ideas for Caden
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Caden FAQ
What does the name Caden mean?
A male given name originating as a coinage. A female given name originating as a coinage. Invented by American parents in the 1990s to rhyme with the equally fashionable Aidan, Braden, Hayden and Jayden.
How popular is the name Caden?
Since 1880, 948 girls and 72,045 boys in the U.S. have been named Caden (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2167 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #91 in 2006. In 2025 it ranked #201 for boys, with 1,752 babies given the name.
Is Caden a boy or girl name?
Caden is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 948 girls and 72,045 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.