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Wade vs Cayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wade

Boy #341 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"at the ford"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#341
Total SSA Count
1,009
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wade Rank #341
Cayden Rank #350

Wade is more popular, ranked #341 vs #350 for Cayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wade or Cayden more popular?

Wade is more popular, ranked #341 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Wade and Cayden mean?

Wade means "at the ford" (Old English origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Wade and Cayden boy or girl names?

Wade is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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