Slade
How to say it: SLAYD · /ˈsleɪd/
From Old English 'slaed' meaning 'valley' or 'dell'; a topographic surname adopted as a given name.
Slade was the 954th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 208 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 30% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #892 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #954 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 208 |
| Share of births | 1 in 15,939 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +30% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #892 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
At its height now, Slade is climbing through the 2020s. The current level marks its peak and growth looks set to continue.
What goes with it
A single hard beat with a breathy onset, Slade feels strong and spare. Stone makes a natural companion.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Slade is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Slade
- Slade Gorton (1928–2020)American politician
- Slade Brockman (born 1970)Australian politician
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