Cadence
Cadence: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Cadence
- A female given name from English.
Etymology
From the word cadence.
How popular is Cadence?
Since 1880, 22,430 girls and 2,125 boys in the U.S. have been named Cadence (91% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #199 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #1530 in 2023. In 2025, 321 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Cadence FAQ
What does the name Cadence mean?
A female given name from English. From the word cadence.
What is the origin of the name Cadence?
Cadence is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Cadence?
Since 1880, 22,430 girls and 2,125 boys in the U.S. have been named Cadence (91% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #199 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #1530 in 2023. In 2025, 321 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cadence a boy or girl name?
Cadence is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 22,430 girls and 2,125 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.