Kaidence
72% girls · 28% boys
About Kaidence
Kaidence is a newly-introduced variation of musical, rhythmic Cadence. Kaidence entered the Top 1000 in 2013, the same year it was rumored to be the frontrunner for Kim and Kanye's daughter. (It was wrong, of course - Kim and Kanye named their daughter North.)
Kaidence for girls#3675 US
The trouble with the Kaidence spelling -- or should we say, one of the troubles -- is that it introduces pronunciation confusion. Does the first syllable rhyme with may or my? The advantage of Kaidence is that the short form can more plausibly be Kai, fresher than Kady or Kay.
Kaidence for boys#5716 US
Kaidence is a modern, musical name that represents a creative spelling of 'cadence,' which refers to a rhythmic flow or sequence. Originally emerging as a feminine name, Kaidence has crossed gender boundaries and is increasingly used for boys. The name evokes musical imagery and suggests harmony, rhythm, and balance. The 'K' spelling gives it a contemporary edge that appeals to parents seeking distinctive names. Phonetically appealing with its melodic sound, Kaidence fits with musical terminology names like Melody, Harmony, and Lyric. While still relatively uncommon for boys, it exemplifies the modern trend toward names with artistic associations and non-traditional spellings. For parents who value musical expression or seek a name with built-in rhythm, Kaidence offers a distinctive choice with inherent musicality.
Pronounced KAY-dens.
As of October 2026, Kaidence ranked #3675 for girls and #5716 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #888 for girls in 2014 and #2707 for boys in 2020.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #888 | 306 | #3,656 | 29 |
| 2015 | #1,012 | 265 | #3,115 | 37 |
| 2016 | #1,258 | 194 | #2,743 | 44 |
| 2017 | #1,343 | 173 | #2,980 | 40 |
| 2018 | #1,536 | 142 | #3,416 | 33 |
| 2019 | #1,835 | 111 | #2,914 | 42 |
| 2020 | #2,361 | 75 | #2,707 | 46 |
| 2021 | #2,656 | 65 | #3,210 | 37 |
| 2022 | #3,139 | 52 | #3,652 | 31 |
| 2023 | #3,799 | 40 | #3,505 | 33 |
| 2024 | #4,317 | 33 | #4,778 | 21 |
| 2025 | #3,675 | 41 | — | 0 |
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character on TV's "Up on High Ground"