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Cadell

♂ Boy

Pronounced kuh-DEL /kəˈdɛl/Medium

Meaning: Cadell is a Welsh name from cad ('battle') plus a diminutive or intensive element, giving a sense of 'battle spirit' or 'small battle.' Borne by early Welsh kings, it carries deep Celtic history.Low

In 30 seconds: A strong Welsh name: Cadell means 'battle spirit; small battle' (said 'kuh-DEL'). Borne by early Welsh kings.
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Origin MediumWelsh
MeaningCadell is a Welsh name from cad ('battle') plus a diminutive or intensive element, giving a sense of 'battle spirit' or 'small battle.' Borne by early Welsh kings, it carries deep Celtic history.
U.S. rank (2024)#12585 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2011
Total births (all-time)≈ 90

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201119952024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cadell is a Welsh name from cad ('battle'), read as 'battle spirit' or 'small battle,' and carried by early Welsh kings. Its given-name use today is rare and heritage-minded. A strong two-beat name (said 'kuh-DEL').

It is rare for boys in the U.S. Rare, Welsh, and historic.

Did you know? Cadell comes from the Welsh word for 'battle,' and it was borne by early kings of Powys in medieval Wales. A sturdy, historic pick, it feels both ancient and fresh (said 'kuh-DEL').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Cadell — Welsh 'battle spirit'; early Welsh kings

Variations

CadelCadello

Nicknames

CadeDell

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cadell mean?

Cadell is a Welsh name meaning 'battle spirit' or 'small battle,' from the word for 'battle.'

How do you pronounce Cadell?

It's said kuh-DEL /kəˈdɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Cadell a boy or girl name?

Here Cadell is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Cadell?

Cadell is rare for boys in the U.S.

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