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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
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2011 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).