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Caden vs Atticus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Atticus

Boy #277 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Attica, man of Athens"

Origin: Latin from Greek

Cultural Roots

English American classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#277
Total SSA Count
1,223
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Caden Rank #211
Atticus Rank #277

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 vs #277 for Atticus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caden or Atticus more popular?

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 compared to Atticus at #277 in the United States.

What do Caden and Atticus mean?

Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Caden and Atticus boy or girl names?

Caden is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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