Kayde
About Kayde
Kayde is a modern masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Cade, which has English origins meaning 'round' or possibly derived from a surname. Alternatively, it could be a creative variation of Kade, which some consider a shortened form of names like Kadence or Kaden. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives it a contemporary feel. Kayde has gained modest popularity in recent decades as part of the trend toward names with strong sounds and unique spellings. It appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds masculine and modern without being overly common. The name has a short, punchy quality that works well in today's naming landscape, and its relative rarity means a child named Kayde is likely to stand out while still having a name that's easy to pronounce and spell.
Pronounced KAYD.
As of October 2026, Kayde ranked #2820 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2632 in 2023.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,074 | 25 | 13 |
| 2015 | #3,639 | 30 | 15.7 |
| 2016 | #4,151 | 25 | 13.2 |
| 2017 | #3,552 | 31 | 16.7 |
| 2018 | #3,076 | 38 | 20.9 |
| 2019 | #2,782 | 45 | 25.1 |
| 2020 | #3,098 | 37 | 21.4 |
| 2021 | #2,890 | 43 | 24.6 |
| 2022 | #2,774 | 47 | 26.9 |
| 2023 | #2,632 | 50 | 29.2 |
| 2024 | #2,807 | 46 | 26.7 |
| 2025 | #2,820 | 45 | 26.3 |