Cadie

“Cadie is a modern variation of the more traditional Catherine, which has Greek origins” — Associated with grace an

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12376US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

784All-time births

📅 Since 197800

What does Cadie mean and where does it come from?

Cadie is a modern variation of the more traditional Catherine, which has Greek origins. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Famous individuals with variations of the name include actress Cate Blanchett. The name is often associated with grace an

Cultural significance

Cadie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #3488 in 1993 — currently #12376 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cadie?

Cadie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cadie Grace

How popular is Cadie right now?

Rising fast — up 1533 spots — currently #12376 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#12376 · Top 9.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12376	7	▲ up 1533 · +17% births
2022	#13909	6	▼ down 3472 · -33% births
2021	#10437	9	▼ down 36
2020	#10401	9	▼ down 711 · -18% births
2015	#9690	11	▼ down 2960 · -42% births
2010	#6730	19	▼ down 2651 · -46% births
2005	#4079	35	▲ up 1527 · +75% births
2000	#5606	20	▼ down 1755 · -29% births
1995	#3851	28	▼ down 154 · -3% births
1990	#3697	29	▲ up 1936 · +123% births
1985	#5633	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cadie

Best Year1990Rank #3697

Peak Count35

Average Rank#7855

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 202311 years

The story of Cadie

Cadie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 784 total births recorded, Cadie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5633 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12376 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cadie in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Cadie by decade

Cadie peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	13
1980s	110
1990s	237
2000s ★	283
2010s	132
2020s	9

💎Cadie has only 784 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cadie?

Common

CadCady

What names sound and feel like Cadie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cadie also consider these

American · A diminutive form

American · pure, innocent

Camie

American · Diminutive of Camille,

Ladie

American · a variant spelling

Common questions about the name Cadie

What does the name Cadie mean?

Cadie means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cadie?

Cadie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Cadie?

Cadie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Cadie a common or rare name?

Cadie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Cadie?

Cadie naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.