Boy · 149th of 23,106
Kaiden
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
52,639
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2014
Peak Popularity Year
3,351
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kaiden stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Kaiden is an American name derived from Caden, with roots in Gaelic meaning 'fighter'. It evolved from historical forms like Caden and Kaden. The name has gained popularity since the early 2000s, symbolizing strength and uniqueness, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪdən/
Origin
American
Etymology
Kaiden is a modern name derived from the name Caden, which has roots in the Gaelic language, meaning 'battle'.
Meaning
fighter
Language Evolution
Caden, Kaden, Kaiden
Historical Usage
Kaiden started gaining popularity in the early 2000s as a modern variation of the name Caden.
Variants & Derivatives
Caden, Kaden, Caiden
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaiden is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with strength and uniqueness.
Famous People
Kaiden Kearney, a notable young athlete, Kaiden Ellis, an emerging professional football player
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,351 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 17 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5085th of 16616 | 140 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 272nd of 24088 | 19,211 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 149th of 23106 | 31,706 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2564th of 35406 | 1,051 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3537th of 30306 | 531 |