| Meaning | companion, fighter |
| Origin | Modern |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Cayden |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Cay-den |
Cayden is a popular baby boy name with Scottish origins and a rich history. Derived from the Gaelic surname "Mac Cadáin," meaning "son of Cadán," Cayden carries a strong meaning of "battle" or "fighter." This name embodies the qualities of bravery, determination, and resilience.
Cayden has several variations such as Kaden, Caden, Kaiden, and Kaidan, allowing parents to choose a spelling that resonates with them. The name is often associated with strength, courage, and a tenacious spirit.
The popularity of the name Cayden can be attributed to its attractive sound and its positive meaning. It has been embraced by many famous individuals, including actors, athletes, musicians, and writers. Additionally, it has found its place in the world of fiction, with several fictional characters bearing the name.
Choosing Cayden for your baby boy can be a wonderful choice, reflecting a desire for him to grow up strong, determined, and ready to face any challenges that come his way.
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| Cayden Primeau | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Cayden Lapcevich | Canadian stock car racing driver |
| Cayden Iacocca | American soccer player |
| Cayden Stieb | American singer-songwriter |
| Cayden Wyatt Logsdon | American child actor |
| Cayden Cowart | American musician |
| Cayden Hatcher | American boxer |
| Cayden M. Cochran | American journalist |
| Cayden Williams | British actor |
| Cayden Richards | Canadian football player |
| Cayden Boyd | American actor |
| Cayden Henschel | American author |
| Cayden Collins | American dancer |
| Cayden Mak | American social justice advocate |
| Cayden Schlosser | American entrepreneur |
| Cayden Dalgliesh | Scottish footballer |
| Cayden Boyce | Australian rugby player |
| Cayden Edman | Swedish footballer |
| Cayden Prime | American basketball player |
| Cayden Cailean | Pathfinder role-playing game deity |
| Cayden Dunn | Character in the novel "The Morning After Memoirs" |
| Cayden Silversun | Character in the novel "Tales of Aradia - The Last Witch" |
| Cayden Primeau | Character in the video game "NHL 21" |
| Cayden Blackwell | Character in the novel "The Boy Who Sneaks in My Bedroom Window" |
| Cayden Richards | Character in the film "Wolves" |
| Cayden Clark | Character in the film "The Predator" |
| Cayden O'Connor | Character in the novel "The Fire in His Hands" |
| Cayden Swift | Character in the TV series "Hunter Street" |
| Cayden James | Character in the TV series "Star City" |
| Cayden Rivers | Character in the TV series "Don't Let Go" |
| Cayden Prime | Character in the video game "Injustice 2" |
| Cayden McCarthy | Character in the TV series "Cedar Cove" |