Cayden

What does Cayden mean?

Unknown, possibly "battle"

Cayden name origins:

English and Scottish

Cayden is a modern, trendy name similar to other popular boy names of the 1990s like Jayden, Brayden or Hayden. Its roots trace back to the Scottish and Irish surname McCadden, meaning "son of Cadan." Cadan's meaning is uncertain, but some sources tie it to an Old Irish word that means "battle."

There are many ways to spell Cayden, including Caiden, Kayden, and Kaiden. With its simple pronunciation and rhythmic feel, Cayden's sound is contemporary yet timeless.

Once relatively obscure, Cayden didn't appear in records before the 21st century, but it has soared in popularity in recent decades. This spelling of the name first appeared in the top 1,000 boy names in the United States in 1999 and has stayed there ever since, peaking at No. 143 just 10 years later in 2009.