Wade vs Kade

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wade

Boy #341 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"at the ford"

Origin: Old English

English American Welsh

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Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

American English Scottish

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Wade Rank #341

Kade Rank #346

Wade is more popular, ranked #341 vs #346 for Kade.

Is Wade or Kade more popular?

Wade is more popular, ranked #341 compared to Kade at #346 in the United States.

What do Wade and Kade mean?

Wade means "at the ford" (Old English origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Wade and Kade boy or girl names?

Wade is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.