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Grady vs Kade

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grady

Boy #371 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, illustrious"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#371
Total SSA Count
882
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Grady Rank #371
Kade Rank #346

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Kade more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Grady and Kade mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Grady and Kade boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.

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