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Kaydence

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Pronounced KAY-dents /ˈkeɪ.dənts/High

Meaning: Rhythm, flow; a K-spelling variant of Cadence, from Latin cadentia (falling, rhythmic flow)High

In 30 seconds: A K-spelling variant of Cadence, the musical term meaning 'rhythm' or 'flow' from Latin cadere (to fall). The K makes it visually distinct while keeping the same musical meaning.
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Origin HighLatin, English
MeaningRhythm, flow; a K-spelling variant of Cadence, from Latin cadentia (falling, rhythmic flow)
U.S. rank (2025)#1292 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births173 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 17,569

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200920022025

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

Kaydence is a K-spelling variant of Cadence, from Latin cadentia (falling, rhythmic flow), from cadere (to fall). The K spelling is an American creative variant.

Kaydence appeared in U.S. birth data from the 2000s alongside Cadence and other spellings. It ranked #1200 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? The musical cadence that Kaydence represents is one of the most satisfying sounds in Western music — the moment when a phrase of music resolves, giving a sense of arrival and completion. Naming a child Kaydence literally names her after musical resolution.
Overall data confidence 91%
Behind the Name — Cadence — Latin etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

CadenceKadenceCaydence

Nicknames

KayCadeKade

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Kadence— the Ka- spelling in the same family
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kaydence mean?

Kaydence means 'rhythm' or 'flow,' a K-spelling variant of Cadence, from Latin cadentia (rhythmic falling).

How do you pronounce Kaydence?

It's said KAY-dents — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kaydence a boy or girl name?

Kaydence is used as a girls' name.

How popular is Kaydence?

Kaydence ranked #1200 for U.S. girls in 2024.

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