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Cade vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #272 for Cade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Cade at #272 in the United States.

What do Cade and Arthur mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Cade and Arthur boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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