Kadance Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kadance is a modern English name derived from the term 'cadence', meaning rhythm or flow. It has evolved from the Latin term 'cadentia' and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with creativity and music, though it has no biblical relevance.
The name Kadance is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Kadance 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, 'Kadance' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18006th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3534th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7727th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kadance' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kadance"
Pronunciation
/kəˈdeɪns/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Kadance is derived from the word 'cadence', which refers to a rhythmic flow of a sequence of sounds or words. It can also be associated with the musical term that describes a progression of chords.
Meaning
rhythm, flow
Language Evolution
Cadence (English), Cadent (Latin), Cadentia (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Kadance gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and creative variation of traditional names, often used for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Cadence, Kadence, Kaden
Modern Popularity & Image
Kadance is perceived as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and musicality. It is popular among parents looking for modern names with artistic connotations.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kadance"
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 "Kadance"
"Kadance" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18006th of 24088 | 17 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3534th of 35406 | 670 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7727th of 30306 | 173 |
Regional Popularity of "Kadance" 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 "Kadance" 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) |
59.49% 2726th/4582 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
41.86% 3061st/7313 |
63.94% 4772nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kadance"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kadance" 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.