Rising since 1985, #348 for boys today.
Popularity of Kade since 1969
Babies named Kade per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 154 |
| 1980s | 578 |
| 1990s | 2,574 |
| 2000s | 6,768 |
| 2010s | 7,695 |
| 2020s | 5,519 |
Meaning & origin
Kade is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security Administration's baby name list in 1969. Since then it has experienced a steady rise, growing in popularity particularly after 1985. By 2025 it ranked 348th overall, with a 1-in-1,811 frequency. The name saw its peak year in 2024, indicating continued upward momentum. Kade is most common in North Dakota, Hawaii, and Montana, suggesting a regional preference in the western and midwestern United States. Its appeal likely lies in its crisp, one-syllable sound and similarity to other trendy names like Cade, Jace, and Kaden.
Kade is a modern coinage that emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by surnames such as Cade (of English origin, meaning 'round, lumpy') or as a short form of names like Kaden. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969 and gained popularity rapidly after the 1980s.
Where Kade is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kade” around the world
Where Kade lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
6
babies in 2025
New Zealand
13
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand).
Sibling names for Kade
Names that share Kade's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Ava, Ella, Mia, Paisley, Quinn, Kapri, Mylee, Azlyn, Camri, Jerzi, Kammie, Kedra, Kennya, Mckinleigh, Chade, Kada, Kaileena, Rhayne, Xylie
Brothers: Cade, Cole, Jace, Kaden, Noah, Broc, Dayne, De, Klay, Quade, Slade, Kaige, Kasin, Kord, Taten, Cadon, Dace, Deejay, Jayke, Jhett, Kahne, Karsin, Keny, Swayde, Treyce, Zakk, Tryce, Bryten, Caide, Crewe, Flynt, Kable, Khyle, Noxx, Ryze, Traye, Tyse
Names like Kade
Names whose popularity has moved with Kade's over the last 50 years.
