Find out how popular the first name Cayden has been for the last 34 years (from 1990 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cayden by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Cayden is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 96% of people named Cayden being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 1,022 male babies and 13 female babies born with the name Cayden.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 13 baby girls were named Cayden in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Cayden

The name Cayden is a relatively modern invention, with its origins tracing back to the late 20th century. It is believed to have emerged as a variant spelling of the traditional English name Caden, which itself is a form of the Welsh name Cadyn. The Welsh name Cadyn is derived from the Celtic word "cad," meaning "battle" or "war."

While the name Cayden does not have a long historical lineage, it gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries in the 1990s and early 2000s. The spelling variation with a "y" instead of an "a" may have been introduced to add a more distinctive or modern flair to the name.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cayden can be found in the 1990 U.S. Census, where a small number of individuals were listed with this name. However, it was not until the late 1990s and early 2000s that the name began to gain traction in popularity.

Throughout its relatively short history, there are a few notable individuals who have carried the name Cayden. One example is Cayden Boyd, an American actor born in 1995, known for his roles in films such as "The Newcomers" and "The Descendants." Another is Cayden Primeau, a Canadian ice hockey goaltender born in 1999, who currently plays for the Montreal Canadiens organization.

While the name Cayden may not have a rich historical legacy, it has become a popular choice for parents seeking a unique and modern-sounding name for their children. Its rise in popularity reflects the broader trend of creating new names or variations of existing ones to stand out in an increasingly diverse and multicultural society.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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