Declining since 2013, #3,314 for boys today.
Popularity of Kaydon since 1994
Babies named Kaydon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 28 |
| 2000s | 57 | 455 |
| 2010s | 23 | 706 |
| 2020s | 0 | 227 |
Meaning & origin
Kaydon is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1994. It rose steadily to a peak in 2014, when it ranked 3314th, but has been declining since 2013. Today it is given to approximately 1 in every 48,802 boys, reflecting a significant drop in usage. The name is most common in Florida, one of the top states for this name. Like many invented names ending in -don, Kaydon fits a pattern of contemporary naming trends that favor distinctive, surname-style sounds. Its lack of historical or etymological depth makes it a purely modern choice, appealing to parents seeking a unique but familiar-sounding option.
Kaydon is a modern American coinage that first appeared in the 1990s. It likely follows the trend of names like Caden, Jayden, and Brayden, substituting the initial K- and the suffix -don. The name has no traditional roots or established meaning, and its rise in the 2000s reflects contemporary naming fashion rather than historical usage.
Where Kaydon is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kaydon” around the world
Where Kaydon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kay
Sibling names for Kaydon
Names that share Kaydon's style, for a brother or sister.
