Quade
Quade is a boy name of Irish origin meaning “Son of Uaid”, pronounced KWAYD. It ranked #2299 in the United States in 2025, given to 61 babies, and peaked at #1584 in 1995. Common nicknames: Q, Quady.
How popular is Quade 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 Quade mean, and where does it come from?
Quade is an anglicisation of the Irish Mac Uaid, son of Uaid — the Irish form of Walter — and a surname found chiefly in County Limerick. It is also read as a variant of Quaid, and the actor Dennis Quaid has kept that spelling visible. As a given name it appears in American records from 1984 and has never reached the top thousand, which puts it among the small group of Qu- names that offer the letter without the Quinn. It is used almost entirely in the United States and Australia.
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Famous People Named Quade
- Quade Cooper — Australian rugby union fly-half
- Quade Green — American professional basketball player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Quade mean?
Quade is a boy name of Irish origin meaning "Son of Uaid." Quade is an anglicisation of the Irish Mac Uaid, son of Uaid — the Irish form of Walter — and a surname found chiefly in County Limerick. It is also read as a variant of Quaid, and the actor Dennis Quaid has kept that spelling visible.
How do you pronounce Quade?
Quade is pronounced KWAYD. Common variations include Quaid, Quaide, Wade.
Is Quade a boy name?
Yes, Quade is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Q, Quady.