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Kaydra

KAY-druh · Kaydra is a modern coinage, likely a blend of Kay and the popular suffix -dra, possibly influenced by names like Sandra or Cassandra.

Peak popularity
2009
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kaydra since 1980

Babies named Kaydra per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812198020002020Most births 2009Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s5
1990s57
2000s53
2010s17
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Kaydra is a modern American name that first appeared in 1980, reflecting a trend of creative, blend-based coinages. It has never entered the top 1000, and its peak year was 2009, after which its usage has remained very low. The name is most likely a combination of Kay and the feminine suffix -dra, similar to names like Kendra or Sandra. Kaydra's trajectory is stable but minimal, indicating it is chosen by a small number of parents seeking a distinctive, modern name for their daughters. With no top states or notable bearers, Kaydra remains a rare and individualized choice.

Kaydra first appeared in the United States in 1980, during a period when invented names with the -dra suffix were gaining popularity. It is presumed to be a combination of the name Kay, which can be a short form of Katherine or a standalone name, and the feminine suffix -dra, reminiscent of Cassandra. The name saw its peak usage in 2009 but has remained relatively rare, reflecting the trend of unique, modern creations.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kay, Kady

Variants: Kaydrah

Sibling names for Kaydra

Names that share Kaydra's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does Kaydra mean?
Kaydra is a modern invented name with no traditional meaning. It was likely created by combining the name Kay with the suffix -dra, common in names like Cassandra.
How popular is the name Kaydra?
Kaydra has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. baby names. It first appeared in 1980 and reached its peak popularity in 2009, but it remains very rare.
Is Kaydra a boy or girl name?
Kaydra is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.