Kayden: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KAY-dun · 2 syllables
Kayden means “companion; fighter”, from Irish and English.
A given name originating as a coinage, variant of Caden.
- Meaning
- companion; fighter
- Origin
- Irish, English
- Pronunciation
- KAY-dun
- US rank (2025)
- #135
- US babies a year
- about 3,237 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Kayden?
Kayden was the #135 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,735 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 30% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #135 |
| England & Wales | #166 |
| Scotland | #115 |
| Northern Ireland | #111 |
| Ireland | #161 |
| France | #88 |
| Canada | #95 |
| Australia | #247 |
How old are people named Kayden?
Half of US adults named Kayden are older than 20; most are between 18 and 27. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Kayden
What does the name Kayden mean?
Kayden means “companion; fighter”. It comes from Irish and English.
How do you pronounce Kayden?
Kayden is pronounced KAY-dun.
How popular is the name Kayden?
Kayden was the #135 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,735 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 30% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Kayden?
Half of US adults named Kayden are older than 20. Most are between 18 and 27.