Cade

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Cade is an boy name of English origin, meaning “Uncertain; possibly 'round, lumpy'”.

MeaningUncertain; possibly 'round, lumpy'
GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
PronunciationKAYD
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Canada, Australia

Meaning and origin of Cade

Cade is an English surname with an uncertain origin. It may come from an Old English nickname cada, perhaps meaning someone stout or lumpish, or from a word for a cask. Jack Cade led a famous rebellion in Kent in 1450, which appears in Shakespeare's Henry VI. As a first name Cade rose in the United States in the 1990s alongside Caden and Kade.

Is Cade a religious name?

Cade has no religious background; it is an English surname used as a first name.

How popular is Cade?

A modest boys' name in North America.

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Spellings and variants of Cade

KadeCaden

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Cade mean?

Cade means 'Uncertain; possibly 'round, lumpy''. It is of English origin.

Does Cade have a religious meaning?

Cade has no religious background; it is an English surname used as a first name.

How do you pronounce Cade?

Cade is pronounced KAYD.

Is Cade a boy or girl name?

Cade is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.