Companion or fighter
Kaden is a modern American name with multiple potential roots. It is often considered a variant of the Arabic name Kadin, meaning companion, or the Gaelic name Cathán, meaning little fighter.
About 1,034 boys were named Kaden in 2025.
NFL tight end
Professional cyclist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Kaden — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
