Kaidan
Kaidan is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Fighter, spirit of battle, or round.
Origin and history
Kaidan is a modern variant spelling of names like Caden or Kaden, which derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Cadáin or the name Cade. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries alongside similar-sounding names. Today, it remains a contemporary choice for parents seeking a modern, rhythmic name.
Popularity in the United States
1,134 babies in the United States have been named Kaidan since 1880. It ranks #3558 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1772.
States where it is most popular
- TX (29.5 %)
- CA (22 %)
- FL (21.4 %)
- NY (9.2 %)
- GA (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 387 |
| 2010-2019 | 592 |
| 2020-2029 | 155 |
Nicknames
Kai, Kade
Fun facts
- Kaidan belongs to the highly popular '-aden' naming trend that emerged strongly in the U.S. during the 2000s.
- Despite its modern spelling, it shares roots with traditional Gaelic surnames meaning son of Cadán.