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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A Welsh compound of 'battle' and 'prince,' i.e. a war-leader
- Origin
- Welsh
- Pronunciation
- KAD-fyle
Cadfael is a Welsh name pronounced KAD-fyle. It combines the Welsh words for 'battle' and 'prince,' which makes it, quite literally, the name of a war-leader. It's a strong, distinctive pick for a parent who wants a name with real Welsh roots and some backbone to it.
Meaning & Origin of Cadfael
Meaning: A Welsh compound of 'battle' and 'prince,' i.e. a war-leader.
Origin: Welsh.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Cadfael
KAD-fyleIPA /ˈkædfaɪl/
Popularity of Cadfael
Cadfael does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Cadfael mean?
A Welsh compound of ‘battle’ and ‘prince,’ i.e. a war-leader. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Cadfael?
Cadfael is pronounced KAD-fyle (IPA: /ˈkædfaɪl/).
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