Caden
c(a)-den
US Popularity:420
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Son of Cadán; Round; Battle; Friend, companion
Caden is a baby boy name of mixed origins. Derived from the Gaelic name Cathán and the surname Mac Cadáin, Caden directly translates to “son of Cadán” or "battle"—a perfect title for little junior. While Caden may have Irish and Scottish roots, it may also derive from the English name Cade, meaning “round,” and the Arabic Kadin, meaning "friend" or "companion." No matter the meaning you adore, baby Caden is sure to live an abundant and unique life.
Famous People Named Caden
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Caden WaidyatillekaActor
- Michael Caden Hensleyson of Cristel Khalil Hensley
Caden Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Caden is currently #634 on The Bump
Boy:Caden is currently #177 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Caden is currently #420 in U.S. births
Boy:Caden is currently #149 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#420
in 2022
+ 2
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 359, 442
Behind the Name, Cade, January 2022
Behind the Name, Caden, January 2022
Ancestry, Caden Family History
Nem Doctor, Caden
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