Kadey
Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kadey: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2011.
Kadey is a modern, creative respelling of the classic Cady or Katie, ultimately deriving from the Greek name Katherine, meaning "pure." While no widely known historical figures bear this exact spelling, the name’s popularity in Scotland has risen alongside the trend for unique, ending-in-y names. It shares its root with the town of Cádiz in Spain, an ancient settlement whose name may also trace back to the same Phoenician word for "holy." Kadey fits neatly within a growing cluster of names like Kacey and Kaydee, offering a fresh twist on a timeless sound. Its "K" beginning gives it a sharper, more modern edge than the traditional "C" spelling, appealing to parents seeking distinction.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20114 babies
- Latest (2011)
- #6744 babies
- Total births
- 7since 2007
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y