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At a Glance
- Origin
- American (modern coinage, variant of Caden)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KAY-dun
Kayden (pronounced KAY-dun) is an American name, a modern variant of Caden. You may have heard it described as a blend of Cade and Aidan, but that's just a popular guess with nothing to back it up — there's no confirmed source for it, and no established meaning behind the name itself.
Meaning & Origin of Kayden
Origin: American (modern coinage, variant of Caden).
A common claim: Popularly explained as a blend of Cade and Aidan. Actually: That's an unverified folk theory — Kayden is simply a modern coinage or variant of Caden with no attested etymology.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kayden
KAY-dunIPA /ˈkeɪdən/
Popularity of Kayden
Kayden hit its high point in 2014, ranking #90 with 4,741 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had eased to #125, with 2,882 babies.
Names Like Kayden
These names share Kayden’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Kayden mean?
Popularly explained as a blend of Cade and Aidan. That’s an unverified folk theory — Kayden is simply a modern coinage or variant of Caden with no attested etymology.
How do you pronounce Kayden?
Kayden is pronounced KAY-dun (IPA: /ˈkeɪdən/).
Is Kayden a popular name right now?
Kayden peaked at #90 in 2014 and is ranked #125 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1989–2024.)
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