Caden
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Battle, spirit of battle
Origin: Welsh/American
Popularity: Ranked #201 in 2025 with 1,742 babies born.
History: Caden is thought to derive from the Welsh 'cad' meaning battle. It surged in popularity in the United States in the late 1990s and early 2000s as part of the -aden name trend alongside Aiden, Jayden, and Braden.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Caden? About 1 in 1,900 babies born in 2025 were named Caden, or roughly 4.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Caden
What does the name Caden mean?
Caden means “Battle, spirit of battle” from Welsh/American roots.
What is the origin of the name Caden?
Caden has Welsh/American origin. The traditional meaning is “Battle, spirit of battle”.
How popular is Caden?
Caden ranked #201 in 2025 — given to 1,742 babies that year.
When was Caden most popular?
Caden peaked in 2007 with 5,055 babies registered that year.
Is Caden a boy or girl name?
Caden is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Cadens in registered births are male.
Is the name Caden rising or falling in popularity?
Caden has risen 9510 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9711 in 2020 to #201 in 2025.
How long has Caden been recorded?
Caden appears in birth records across 47 years — from 1979 through 2025.