Kaden
Kaden is a boy name of American origin meaning “Companion; fighter”, pronounced KAY-din. It ranked #328 in the United States in 2025, given to 1,034 babies, and peaked at #92 in 2006. Common nicknames: Kade, Denny.
How popular is Kaden in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Kaden mean, and where does it come from?
Kaden is a modern American name that rose to prominence in the 1990s as part of a wave of invented "-aden" names alongside Braden, Hayden, and Jaden. Some name scholars trace it to the Arabic name Qadin, meaning "companion" or "friend," while others regard it as a purely contemporary coinage built for its pleasing, trendy sound. Its rapid rise, together with spelling variants such as Caden and Kayden, made it collectively one of the most-used boy names of the early 2000s in the United States.
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Famous People Named Kaden
- Kaden Groves — Australian professional road cyclist
- Kaden Elliss — American NFL linebacker
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kaden mean?
Kaden is a boy name of American origin meaning "Companion; fighter." Kaden is a modern American name that rose to prominence in the 1990s as part of a wave of invented "-aden" names alongside Braden, Hayden, and Jaden. Some name scholars trace it to the Arabic name Qadin, meaning "companion" or "friend," while others regard it as a purely contemporary coinage built for its pleasing, trendy sound.
How do you pronounce Kaden?
Kaden is pronounced KAY-din. Common variations include Caden, Kaiden, Kayden.
Is Kaden a boy name?
Yes, Kaden is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Kade, Denny.