| Meaning | rhythm, flow |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Cadence |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ca-dence |
About Cadence
Rhythm, flow, harmony—Cadence is music itself translated into a name. This choice appeals to parents who hear poetry in everyday life, who understand that names carry their own beat and melody. Cadence brings together artistic sensibility with an approachable, down-to-earth charm that makes it accessible without being ordinary. The name has risen in popularity recently, reflecting a broader trend toward word names that carry specific, beautiful meanings. Yet Cadence maintains its individuality, never feeling overused or tired. It works equally well in formal and casual settings, transitioning smoothly from childhood through adulthood. There's something inherently optimistic about Cadence, a forward momentum suggested by the name itself. Parents often choose it hoping their daughter will find her own rhythm in life, her own unique way of moving through the world. The name pairs beautifully with both traditional and contemporary middle names, and its two-syllable structure makes it easy to say and remember.
Variations of Name Cadence
| Kadenza |
| Kadence |
| Kadyntz |
Nicknames for Cadence
| Cady |
| Cece |
| Denny |
| Cade |
| Cece |
Famous People Named Cadence
| Cadence Grace Jones | American jazz singer |
| Cadence Elizabeth Fife | American author |
| Cadence Marie Eaton | American Olympic gymnast |
| Cadence Olivia Calvert | British actress |
| Cadence Rose Campbell | Australian fashion designer |
| Cadence Lee Thompson | Canadian politician |
| Cadence Avery Nutter | American entrepreneur |
| Cadence Isabella Diaz | Spanish tennis player |
| Cadence Jane Simmons | British scientist |
| Cadence Harper Clark | American journalist |
| Cadence Amelia Cooper | New Zealand film director |
| Cadence Mae Johnson | Canadian actress |
| Cadence Ann Foster | Australian entrepreneur |
| Cadence Victoria Lewis | American artist |
| Cadence Rose Chen | Chinese-American mathematician |
| Cadence Jade Mitchell | British singer-songwriter |
| Cadence Nicole Parker | American television host |
| Cadence Elizabeth Wells | Canadian poet |
| Cadence Grace Watson | Australian environmentalist |
| Cadence Mary Sullivan | Irish activist |
Characters Named Cadence
| Cadence Turner | character in "The Cadence Chronicles" book series |
| Cadence Everly | character in the "Cadence and Emery" fantasy novels |
| Cadence Hart | character in the "Cadence of Love" romance series |
| Cadence Stone | character in the "Cadence Creek Cowboys" western novels |
| Cadence Blackwood | character in the "Cadence and Chaos" fantasy novels |
| Cadence Hayes | character in the "Cadence Trilogy" science fiction novels |
| Cadence Mitchell | character in the "Cadence's Destiny" paranormal romance series |
| Cadence Bennett | character in the "Cadence Falls" contemporary romance series |
| Cadence Miller | character in the "Cadence Lake" psychological thriller novels |
| Cadence Walker | character in the "Cadence of Dreams" urban fantasy series |
| Cadence Frost | character in the "Cadence's Curse" supernatural novels |
| Cadence Bishop | character in the "Cadence Chronicles" mystery novels |
| Cadence Lane | character in the "Cadence's Journey" historical fiction series |
| Cadence Blake | character in the "Cadence Files" spy novels |
| Cadence Sinclair | character in the novel "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart |
| Cadence Holland | character in the "Cadence Point" young adult series |
| Cadence Rivers | character in the "Cadence Duet" contemporary romance novels |
| Cadence Woods | character in the "Cadence Creek" paranormal fantasy series |