Kaydence Girl

Popularity: #775 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-dence //ˈkeɪ.dəns//

Origin: English; Latin

Meaning: English: rhythmic; Latin: cadence

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kaydence is a modern variation of the name Cadence, which has its roots in the Latin word "cadentia," meaning "falling" or "rhythm." The term evolved through the Old French "cadence" before being adopted into English in the late 14th century, where it retained its musical connotation, referring to a rhythmic flow of sounds. The transformation into Kaydence likely emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend to create unique spellings and variations of traditional names, particularly in the context of American naming practices.

Historically, the concept of cadence has been significant in various cultural contexts, particularly in music and poetry, where it denotes a harmonious flow or rhythm. While the name itself does not have a direct historical figure associated with it, the underlying concept of rhythm has been celebrated in various cultures, from ancient Greek poetry to modern musical compositions.

The name Cadence, and by extension Kaydence, reflects an appreciation for the arts and the beauty of sound, which has been a part of human expression for centuries. Culturally, names that evoke musicality or rhythm have often been associated with creativity and artistic endeavors.

The use of Kaydence may symbolize a connection to these artistic traditions, embodying a sense of harmony and grace. The name's phonetic appeal, combined with its modern twist, contributes to its resonance in contemporary naming practices, reflecting a broader trend towards individuality in names.

Although Kaydence is a recent creation, it draws on a rich linguistic heritage that celebrates rhythm and flow, making it a name with both aesthetic and cultural significance.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kaydence was first seen in the United States in 2002.

Kaydence has ranked as high as #514 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Kaydence has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kaydence 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 Kaydence 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 Kaydence.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 219 46 173
2024 254 56 198
2023 292 52 240
2022 367 52 315
2021 395 67 328
2020 463 56 407
2019 540 62 478
2018 660 55 605
2017 691 54 637
2016 895 44 851
2015 994 46 948
2014 1,176 53 1,123
2013 1,216 46 1,170
2012 1,238 38 1,200
2011 1,257 35 1,222
2010 1,309 38 1,271
2009 1,301 13 1,288
2008 1,201 26 1,175
2007 1,030 7 1,023
2006 930 17 913
2005 886 11 875
2004 835 5 830
2003 240 6 234
2002 70 0 70

Top States for Kaydence (2024)

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
NC 26
14%
TX 19
10%
GA 18
9%
CA 17
9%
LA 13
7%
FL 13
7%
TN 9
5%
SC 8
4%
PA 6
3%
AL 6
3%
AR 6
3%
MO 6
3%
MS 6
3%
VA 6
3%
IN 6
3%
KY 6
3%
MD 5
3%
NV 5
3%
NY 5
3%
OH 5
3%