Cayde Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cayde is a modern English name derived from the Old English 'Cade', meaning 'round' or 'barrel'. It has evolved through language changes and gained popularity in recent years, especially in popular culture. The name does not have biblical relevance. It is associated with a youthful and adventurous image, and notable usage in gaming has contributed to its modern appeal.
The name Cayde is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Cayde has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Cayde' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14966th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7251st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1503rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cayde' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cayde"
Pronunciation
/keɪd/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Cayde is believed to be a modern variant of the name Cade, which has Old English origins. Cade is derived from the Old English word 'cada', meaning 'round' or 'barrel'.
Meaning
round, barrel
Language Evolution
Cade, Cayde
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the context of popular culture and gaming, notably associated with characters in modern video games.
Variants & Derivatives
Cade, Kade, Caden
Modern Popularity & Image
Cayde is often perceived as a modern and unique name, reflecting a contemporary and adventurous spirit, especially due to its association with fictional characters.
Famous People
Cayde-6 (fictional character from the Destiny video game series)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cayde"
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 "Cayde"
"Cayde" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 14966th of 16616 | 9 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7251st of 24088 | 151 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1503rd of 23106 | 1,385 |
Regional Popularity of "Cayde" 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) |
30.45% 1213th/3984 |
51.28% 2301st/4487 |
21.42% 1461st/6822 |
25.46% 1598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cayde" 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 "Cayde"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cayde" 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.