Cadence
Cadence is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Rhythm, beat, or flow of sound.
Origin and history
Cadence is an English name derived from the Latin word cadentia, meaning rhythm or flow of sounds. While historically more common for females in modern times, it has also seen steady modern use as a masculine name in the United States. Its musical connection gives it a contemporary vocabulary-name appeal.
Popularity in the United States
2,125 babies in the United States have been named Cadence since 1880. It ranks #2799 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1386.
States where it is most popular
- TX (30.1 %)
- CA (17.3 %)
- GA (10.4 %)
- FL (9.2 %)
- NC (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 76 |
| 2000-2010 | 673 |
| 2010-2019 | 820 |
| 2020-2029 | 556 |
Fun facts
- Cadence comes directly from the musical term referring to a sequence of chords bringing a phrase to a close.
- It ultimately derives from the Latin verb cadere, meaning 'to fall', describing the falling movement of sound.