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Cade vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cade

Boy #272 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round barrel, lump"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,260
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Ellis Rank #273

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #273 for Ellis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Ellis more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Cade and Ellis mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Cade and Ellis boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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