Caedon
A unisex name of Scottish origin meaning "battle," "fighter," or "warrior."
Name Census estimates that about 406 living Americans carry the first name Caedon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Caedon today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Caedon births was 2005 (32 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Caedon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
406
~ 1 in 844,223 Americans
Peak year
2005
32 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2023 SSA rank
#11,035
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Caedon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Caedon from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 252 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Caedon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Caedon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Caedons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Caedon
The name Caedon is a relatively modern English name, originating in the late 20th century. It is a variant spelling of the name Caden, which is believed to be derived from the Welsh name Cadyn. Cadyn is thought to come from the Welsh word "cad," meaning "battle" or "combat."
While the name Caedon itself does not have a long historical lineage, its roots can be traced back to Celtic and Welsh cultures. The name may have been inspired by the popularity of Welsh names in recent decades, as well as a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names.
There are no known ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records that specifically mention the name Caedon. However, the name's connection to Celtic and Welsh origins means that it shares a cultural heritage with many names found in medieval Welsh and Celtic literature.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Caedon are likely from the late 20th century, as it gained popularity as a first name for boys. While there are no famous historical figures named Caedon, there are several notable individuals who bear the name in modern times:
1. Caedon Rickett, an American child actor known for his roles in films such as "The Maze Runner" and "The Man with the Iron Fists 2."
2. Caedon Parker, a Canadian professional ice hockey player who currently plays in the American Hockey League.
3. Caedon Kershaw, a British musician and singer-songwriter, known for his work in the indie rock genre.
4. Caedon Linton, an Australian professional rugby league player who plays for the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League.
5. Caedon Mathers, an American entrepreneur and business executive, best known for co-founding a successful technology startup in Silicon Valley.
While the name Caedon may be relatively new, its Welsh and Celtic roots give it a rich cultural heritage and a unique, modern flair. As a first name, it has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking distinctive and creative names for their children.
People
Caedon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Caedon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Caedon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Caedon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 406 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Caedon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 844,223 US residents.
Is Caedon a common name?
We classify Caedon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 82.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 410 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Caedon most popular?
The single biggest year for Caedon was 2005, when 32 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Caedon is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Caedon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Caedon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.