Kamden
How to say it: KAM-dun · /ˈkæmdən/
Variant spelling of Camden, from an English place name meaning 'enclosed valley' (Old English 'camp' + 'denu').
Kamden was the 178th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 375 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2010s, its births are down about 56% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #239 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #178 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 375 |
| Share of births | 1 in 1,448 |
| Peak decade | 2010s |
| Change over 10 years | −56% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #239 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
New on the scene, Kamden hit its stride in the 2010s. Current use remains near the high, with a downturn anticipated.
What goes with it
Sturdy and crisp in two parts, Kamden carries a place name root. Hudson reflects a similar taste.
Nicknames
- Kam
- Kade
Honouring a Kamden in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Kamden is about 1 in 61.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
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