Cady Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cady is an Old French name meaning 'pure' or 'sincere'. It has evolved through several forms, including Cadie and Caden. The name is generally associated with traits of youthfulness and vibrancy. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name, but it has gained popularity in modern times, often influenced by cultural references.
The name Cady is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cady has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cady' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11776th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7633rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1863rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2759th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5270th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cady' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cady"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪdi/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Cady is derived from the Old French name 'Cadie', which is a diminutive form of 'Cad', itself originating from 'Caden', a name meaning 'battle' or 'spirit of battle'.
Meaning
pure, sincere
Language Evolution
Cadie, Caden, Cady
Historical Usage
The name Cady gained popularity in the late 20th century as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries, often influenced by its use in pop culture and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Cadi, Kady, Cady
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Cady is often seen as a modern and trendy name, associated with youthfulness and a vibrant personality.
Famous People
Cady McClain, an American actress, Cady Noland, an American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cady"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cady"
"Cady" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11776th of 16616 | 20 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7633rd of 19264 | 83 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1863rd of 27321 | 1,099 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2759th of 35406 | 944 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5270th of 30306 | 298 |
Regional Popularity of "Cady" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cady" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.91% 1655th/3685 |
51.46% 2303rd/4475 |
40.08% 2082nd/5194 |
36.92% 2332nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
45.38% 3319th/7313 |
42.07% 3140th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Cady"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cady" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.