Declining since 2002.
Popularity of Dade since 1958
Babies named Dade per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 147 |
| 2000s | 470 |
| 2010s | 236 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Dade is an uncommon given name for boys in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1958. Its peak popularity came in 2002, after which its usage has steadily declined. The name has never entered the top 1000 and has no recorded top states. It likely originated as a surname, possibly from a place name in England. Despite its rarity, Dade has a straightforward sound that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive but simple name. Its trajectory since 2002 suggests it remains a niche choice.
Dade is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in the Social Security data in 1958. It likely originates as a transferred use of the English surname Dade, which may derive from a place name such as Dade in Cheshire, or from a medieval personal name. The name saw modest use in the early 2000s, peaking in 2002, and has since declined in frequency.
Sibling names for Dade
Names that share Dade's style, for a brother or sister.
