Cayden vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cayden Rank #350
Rory Rank #226

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #350 for Cayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayden or Rory more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Cayden and Rory mean?

Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cayden and Rory boy or girl names?

Cayden is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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