Cade
How to say it: KAYD · /ˈkeɪd/
From an English surname meaning 'round/barrel'; also from Old French 'cade' meaning 'juniper tree'.
Cade was the 161st most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 1,392 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2000s, its births are up about 41% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #126 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #161 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 1,392 |
| Share of births | 1 in 1,345 |
| Peak decade | 2000s |
| Change over 10 years | +41% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #126 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Largely a creation of recent decades, Cade rose highest in the 2000s. Remaining close to that high, renewed growth is expected.
What goes with it
A single sharp syllable gives Cade a strong and direct presence. Cole carries a similar energy.
Middle names that flow with Cade →
Honouring a Cade in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Cade is about 1 in 57.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, French.
Famous people named Cade
- Cade Cowell (born 2003)American soccer player
- Cade McNown (born 1977)All-American college football player, professional football player, quarterback
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