How to say it
CAY · den
ˈkeɪ.dən
Masculine
Cayden
A modern coinage
What it means
A modern spelling of Caden, part of the big -aden family, with no ancient root.
Cayden is one of many spellings of Caden, a modern American name that exploded with the -aden wave alongside Aiden, Brayden, and Jayden. It may nod to a Welsh or Scottish surname, but it really reads as a fresh, rhythmic coinage. Said KAY-den.
How to spell Cayden
The standard spelling is Cayden. Common variants include Caden, Kaden, Kayden, but Cayden is the most widely used form.
Popularity over time
peaked at #143 in 2009, currently #414 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–2025. Reviewed July 2026. See where the names are moving
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- Spelling
One of many spellings with Caden, Kaden, and Kayden.
Spelling variants
- Caden
- Kaden
- Kayden
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Common questions
- What does the name Cayden mean?
- A modern spelling of Caden, part of the big -aden family, with no ancient root.
- What does Cayden mean in English?
- In English, Cayden means "A modern coinage." Cayden is one of many spellings of Caden, a modern American name that exploded with the -aden wave alongside Aiden, Brayden, and Jayden. It may nod to a Welsh or Scottish surname, but it really reads as a fresh, rhythmic coinage. Said KAY-den.
- How do you pronounce Cayden?
- Cayden is pronounced ˈkeɪ.dən. Say it as CAY-den, with the stress on the "cay" syllable.
- How do you spell Cayden?
- The standard spelling is Cayden. Common spelling variants include Caden, Kaden, Kayden.
- Is Cayden a boy or girl name?
- Cayden is traditionally a masculine name.
- How popular is the name Cayden?
- Cayden ranked #414 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.