Declining since 2008.
Popularity of Caedon since 1995
Babies named Caedon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 252 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Caedon is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name landscape in 1995, part of the wave of creative spellings and -don endings that gained popularity in the late 20th century. Although it never entered the top 1000 (its peak year was 2005), it enjoyed a modest run of use before entering a falling trajectory starting in 2008. As a name with no traditional etymology, Caedon appeals to parents seeking a contemporary, distinctive sound. Its primary inspiration likely comes from names like Caden, but with a unique spelling that sets it apart. Without any top states or famous bearers, Caedon remains a niche choice, reflective of modern naming trends that prioritize phonetic appeal over historical depth.
Caedon is a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1995. It likely arose as a variant of the popular -don ending seen in names like Caden and Aidan, influenced by the fashionable sound of names beginning with C. The name has no established historical or linguistic roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cae, Don
Sibling names for Caedon
Names that share Caedon's style, for a brother or sister.
