Cadan
Welsh · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Cadan
The name 'Cadan' is of uncertain origin but is often interpreted as a variant of 'Caden,' meaning "spirit of battle" or "fighter," derived from the Welsh name 'Cadell' (from *cad*, "battle").
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Etymology
The name 'Cadan' is of uncertain origin but is often interpreted as a variant of 'Caden,' meaning "spirit of battle" or "fighter," derived from the Welsh name 'Cadell' (from *cad*, "battle"). It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, with no strong religious or notable historical associations.
Cadan currently ranks #10,887 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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