Kaidyn
A masculine English variant of Caden, meaning "fighter" or "warrior".
Name Census estimates that about 3,945 living Americans carry the first name Kaidyn. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 67.1% of registrations being male. The average person named Kaidyn today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaidyn births was 2012 (278 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaidyn. 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
- • Kaidyn is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 13 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
3.9K
~ 1 in 86,883 Americans
Peak year
2012
278 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,958
Tracked since 1998
Gender
Gender distribution for Kaidyn
Kaidyn is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 3,980 total registrations, 2,671 (67.1%) were male and 1,309 (32.9%) were female.
Kaidyn as a male name
- Ranked #1,958 in 2024
- 80 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2014 (190 births)
Kaidyn as a female name
- Ranked #7,054 in 2024
- 16 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2009 (109 births)
Popularity
Kaidyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kaidyn from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 2,225 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaidyn 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 Kaidyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kaidyns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 29 states and territories. Texas, Florida, California recorded the most babies named Kaidyn, while Oregon, Nebraska, Minnesota recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 63 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaidyn
The name Kaidyn is a relatively modern invention, with its origins rooted in the late 20th century. It does not have a direct linguistic or cultural origin, but rather appears to be a variation or combination of other existing names. Some sources suggest it may be a blend of the names Caden and Aidan, both of which have Celtic roots.
Caden is believed to be derived from the Welsh name Cadyn, which itself comes from the word "cad" meaning "battle" or "combat." Aidan, on the other hand, originated as a Gaelic Irish name meaning "little fire" or "fiery." The combination of these two names, Caden and Aidan, likely inspired the creation of the name Kaidyn.
While there are no known historical references or mentions of Kaidyn in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kaidyn can be traced back to the late 1990s, when it began appearing in birth records across various regions. However, it was not until the early 2000s that the name gained more widespread recognition and popularity.
Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who have borne the name Kaidyn, although it is a relatively new name and most examples are from recent times. One such individual is Kaidyn Williams, an American football player who played as a wide receiver for the University of Arizona in the early 2010s.
Another notable Kaidyn is Kaidyn Bourne, a Canadian actress and singer who rose to fame as a child performer in the late 2000s and early 2010s. She has appeared in various television shows and movies, showcasing her acting and musical talents.
In the realm of sports, Kaidyn Myles is a promising young basketball player from the United States who has gained recognition for his skills on the court. He has represented his state in various youth tournaments and is considered a rising talent in the sport.
Additionally, Kaidyn Hendy is an Australian rules football player who has played for several clubs in the Australian Football League (AFL) since the late 2010s. His athletic prowess and dedication to the sport have earned him a place among the notable Kaidyns in the world.
Lastly, Kaidyn Gover is a Canadian entrepreneur and social media influencer who has built a significant following online, particularly among younger audiences. Her business ventures and online presence have made her a recognizable name in the digital space.
People
Kaidyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaidyn 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
Kaidyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaidyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 3,945 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaidyn 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 86,883 US residents.
Is Kaidyn a common name?
We classify Kaidyn as "Rare". It ranks above 96% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 3,980 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaidyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaidyn was 2012, when 278 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaidyn is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kaidyn a male name?
Yes, 67.1% of people registered as Kaidyn 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.