Kaidan Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KYE-dan //ˈkaɪ.dən//
Origin: English; Japanese
Meaning: English: fighter; Japanese: great man
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kaidan has its roots in Japanese, where it is derived from the characters "怪" (kai), meaning "mysterious" or "strange," and "談" (dan), meaning "talk" or "story." This combination can be interpreted as "mysterious story" or "strange tale." The name reflects a cultural significance in Japan, where storytelling and folklore play an essential role in the tradition, often encompassing themes of the supernatural and the unknown. The phonetic structure of Kaidan is consistent with other Japanese names, which often combine kanji characters to convey specific meanings and attributes.
Historically, the term "kaidan" has been associated with a genre of Japanese literature and theater that focuses on ghost stories and supernatural narratives. This genre gained prominence during the Edo period (1603-1868), when storytelling became a popular form of entertainment.
Notable works from this era include collections of kaidan tales that were shared in kabuki theater and through oral traditions. The enduring appeal of kaidan stories reflects the cultural fascination with the supernatural, which has been a significant aspect of Japanese folklore.
Culturally, the name Kaidan resonates with themes of mystery and the supernatural, making it a fitting choice for those who appreciate the rich tapestry of Japanese storytelling. The name may also evoke a sense of adventure and exploration of the unknown, aligning with the broader cultural narratives found in Japanese literature.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, the significance of Kaidan primarily lies in its original meaning and the cultural context from which it emerges.
Fictional characters named Kaidan
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Kaidan Alenko is a fictional character from the video game series Mass Effect. He is a skilled biotic and officer in the Systems Alliance, often serving as a key ally to Commander Shepard.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaidan was first seen in the United States in 2000.
Kaidan has ranked as high as #3993 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Kaidan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kaidan is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kaidan was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kaidan.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2024 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2023 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2022 | 44 | 44 | 0 |
| 2021 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 2020 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2019 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 2018 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 2017 | 52 | 44 | 8 |
| 2016 | 59 | 54 | 5 |
| 2015 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2014 | 83 | 77 | 6 |
| 2013 | 80 | 75 | 5 |
| 2012 | 65 | 60 | 5 |
| 2011 | 76 | 76 | 0 |
| 2010 | 77 | 77 | 0 |
| 2009 | 68 | 68 | 0 |
| 2008 | 57 | 45 | 12 |
| 2007 | 66 | 56 | 10 |
| 2006 | 65 | 55 | 10 |
| 2005 | 56 | 56 | 0 |
| 2004 | 49 | 43 | 6 |
| 2003 | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| 2002 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2000 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
Top States for Kaidan (2022)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 5 |