Origin and Meaning of Cade

Round or barrel

Origin: English - The name Cade is derived from the Middle English word 'caden,' which means 'round' or 'barrel.' It can also be a diminutive of the Old English name 'Cadan' which is believed to have been a surname.

• Cade gained popularity as a given name in the United States in the 1980s and has continued to be a favored name for boys ever since.
• The name Cade is more common in English-speaking countries and has associations with both nature and strong masculine characteristics.
• Notable bearers of the name Cade include Cade McNown, a former professional American football quarterback, and Cade Foehner, a contestant on the television show 'American Idol.'
• Cade experienced a significant rise in popularity in the U.S. in the 1990s and has maintained a steady ranking in baby name charts, peaking around 2009.
• Related names and variations of Cade include Caden, Kaden, and Kaiden, which share similar phonetics and roots.