Caidyn
Caidyn Origin and Meaning
Caidyn is a modern masculine name that represents a contemporary spelling variation of Caden, which derives from several possible origins including a Gaelic surname meaning 'spirit of battle' or the Welsh element 'cad' meaning 'battle.' This spelling with 'yn' emerged during the early 2000s as part of the trend toward unique spellings of traditional names. Caidyn exhibits the distinctive 'y' that became popular in many contemporary American names. While maintaining the same pronunciation as Caden (KAY-den), this variation gives the name a more distinctive appearance on paper. The name projects a youthful, energetic quality and has been moderately popular among parents seeking a modern-sounding boy's name with Celtic undertones but a contemporary American feel.