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Cade vs Koa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Koa Rank #292

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Koa more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Cade and Koa mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Cade and Koa boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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