Caeden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caeden is a modern English name derived from the Celtic word 'cadan', meaning 'fighter' or 'warrior'. It has evolved from historical forms like Cadan and Caden. The name is associated with traits of strength and courage, and it has gained popularity in recent decades, reflecting a contemporary image. There is no biblical relevance attributed to this name.
The name Caeden is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Caeden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Caeden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12331st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1492nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2539th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22408th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Caeden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caeden"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪdən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Caeden is derived from the Celtic word 'cadan' which means 'fighter' or 'warrior'. It has been popularized in recent years and is often associated with strength and courage.
Meaning
fighter, warrior
Language Evolution
Cadan, Caden, Caeden
Historical Usage
Caeden gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Caden, Kaden, Kayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Caeden is perceived as a trendy and unique name, often associated with modernity and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caeden"
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 "Caeden"
"Caeden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12331st of 16616 | 17 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1492nd of 24088 | 1,514 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2539th of 23106 | 620 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 22408th of 35406 | 29 |
Regional Popularity of "Caeden" 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) |
30.21% 1384th/4582 |
33.13% 1711th/5164 |
22.75% 1664th/7313 |
22.11% 1650th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
52.98% 2377th/4487 |
39.23% 2676th/6822 |
44.57% 2797th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Caeden" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Caeden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caeden" 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.