Kadren
A feminine name with an unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kadren. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kadren today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kadren births was 2012 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kadren. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kadren. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2012
5 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2012 SSA rank
#13,212
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Kadren: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kadren 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 Kadren during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kadren
The name Kadren has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization that flourished in what is now modern-day Italy. It is derived from the Etruscan word "Kadra," which means "strength" or "resilience." The Etruscans were a highly advanced culture known for their exceptional metalworking, architecture, and complex religious beliefs.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kadren can be found in an Etruscan funerary inscription dated around the 6th century BCE. This inscription was discovered in the ancient Etruscan city of Cerveteri and bears the name "Kadren Velthur," which is believed to have been a prominent individual in the community.
In the realm of ancient texts, the name Kadren is mentioned in the Etruscan Brontoscopic Calendar, a significant document that recorded the Etruscans' observations of lightning strikes and their interpretations of these events. The calendar contains references to individuals with the name Kadren, suggesting their involvement in religious or ceremonial roles.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kadren. One of the most prominent was Kadren Amalfi (1165-1233), an influential merchant and diplomat from the Italian city-state of Amalfi. He played a crucial role in establishing trade routes and fostering diplomatic relations between the Mediterranean regions and the Byzantine Empire.
Another notable Kadren was Kadren Veronese (1328-1396), a renowned Italian painter and architect from Verona. He was celebrated for his innovative use of perspective and his contributions to the Gothic and early Renaissance architectural styles. Some of his most famous works include the frescoes in the Basilica of San Zeno in Verona and the design of the Palazzo della Ragione in Padua.
In the realm of literature, Kadren Alighieri (1542-1612) was a celebrated Italian poet and scholar from Florence. He was known for his translations of ancient Greek and Roman texts, as well as his own poetry, which drew inspiration from the works of his illustrious ancestor, Dante Alighieri.
Kadren Byzantinos (998-1061) was a notable Byzantine scholar and philosopher who played a significant role in the revival of classical Greek learning during the 11th century. His works on logic, metaphysics, and ethics were highly influential and helped shape the intellectual discourse of the Byzantine Empire.
Lastly, Kadren Venetian (1671-1734) was a renowned Venetian glassmaker whose innovative techniques and creations elevated the art of glassblowing to new heights. His intricate and colorful glass sculptures were highly sought after by nobility and collectors throughout Europe, and his legacy continues to inspire contemporary glass artists.
People
Kadren + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kadren as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kadren: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kadren?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kadren 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kadren a common name?
We classify Kadren as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kadren most popular?
The single biggest year for Kadren was 2012, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kadren is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kadren in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kadren a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kadren 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.
Is Kadren still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kadren in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kadren can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Kadren?
Find out how many Americans are named Kadren on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.