Kadie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kadie is an English name derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning 'pure'. It evolved from Catherine through various forms and has gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with positive traits such as friendliness and modernity, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
The name Kadie is most popular in Texas, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kadie 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, 'Kadie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6624th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1772nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2500th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6409th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kadie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kadie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪdi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kadie is often considered a diminutive form of the name 'Katherine' or 'Catherine', which has Greek origins meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherine (Old Greek: Aikaterine), Katherine (Middle English), Kadie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kadie gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Katie, Cathy, Kathy, Kat
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kadie is perceived as a modern, cheerful, and youthful name, often associated with friendliness and approachability.
Famous People
Kadie Turner, an emerging singer, Kadie O'Connor, a notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kadie"
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 "Kadie"
"Kadie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6624th of 19264 | 108 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1772nd of 27321 | 1,197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2500th of 35406 | 1,086 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6409th of 30306 | 226 |
Regional Popularity of "Kadie" 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 "Kadie" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.15% 1590th/3685 |
63.20% 2828th/4475 |
38.68% 2009th/5194 |
35.14% 2220th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
33.41% 2443rd/7313 |
45.08% 3364th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kadie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kadie" 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.