Kaden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaden is a modern American name believed to derive from the Irish surname 'Caden', meaning 'fighter' or 'spirit'. It has evolved in its spelling and popularity since its introduction, gaining traction in the late 20th century. The name is often viewed as trendy and vibrant, though it does not have biblical roots.
The name Kaden is most popular in Utah, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1139th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 135th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 224th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15970th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2854th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8045th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaden"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪdən/
Origin
American
Etymology
Kaden is a modern name that is believed to have originated in the United States and may derive from the Irish surname 'Caden', which itself is derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Cadain', meaning 'son of Cadán'.
Meaning
fighter, spirit
Language Evolution
Caden, Kaden, Kaden
Historical Usage
Kaden gained popularity in the late 20th century and has continued to be a favored choice for boys in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Caden, Kaiden, Kayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaden is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthful energy and individuality.
Famous People
Kaden James, Kaden Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaden"
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 "Kaden"
"Kaden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1139th of 16616 | 1,328 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 135th of 24088 | 46,306 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 224th of 23106 | 20,893 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15970th of 27321 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2854th of 35406 | 903 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8045th of 30306 | 163 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaden" 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) |
30.50% 1124th/3685 |
55.66% 2491st/4475 |
26.61% 1382nd/5194 |
10.51% 664th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
2.47% 113th/4582 |
4.20% 217th/5164 |
1.85% 135th/7313 |
2.05% 153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.79% 191st/3984 |
6.02% 270th/4487 |
2.86% 195th/6822 |
4.11% 258th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaden" 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) |
73.44% 3365th/4582 |
- |
33.41% 2443rd/7313 |
54.29% 4052nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
91.92% 6271st/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaden" 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.