Caden

The surname Caden is of English and Gaelic origin, derived from the Old Irish name "Mac Cadáin," which means "son of Cadán." The name Cadán is a diminutive of the Old Irish name "Cáed" meaning "the battle or battle-minded."

The Caden surname is primarily found in the British Isles, particularly in Ireland and Scotland, where it is most commonly spelled as "MacCaden" or "MacCadain."

Historically, the Caden family is believed to have originated from County Monaghan in Ireland and later spread to other parts of the British Isles. The name has varied spellings, including Cadden, McCadden, and MacCadden, among others.

Many individuals bearing the surname Caden have made notable contributions in various fields such as literature, politics, and the arts. The name continues to be present in modern British society, with Caden families residing in different regions across the country.

Overall, the surname Caden holds a rich history that reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of the British Isles.

There are approximately 171 people named Caden in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Caden.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • Craig
  • John
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Seamus
  • Timothy

Female

  • Annette
  • Catherine
  • Emma
  • Joan
  • Julia
  • Julie
  • Kelly
  • Nicola
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Siobhan
  • Susan
  • Tracey

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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