Kaede
Kaede first appears in US records in 1997. It peaked in 2006, when 17 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 5.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Kaede popular?
Declining Kaede is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
| 2020s | 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 109 | |
| 2000s | 96 | |
| 1990s | 13 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Kaede mean?
Kaede is written with the kanji for the maple tree, prized for its autumn colour.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaede mean?
Kaede means Maple. Kaede is written with the kanji for the maple tree, prized for its autumn colour.
What is the origin of the name Kaede?
Kaede is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Kaede?
Kaede is pronounced “kah-EH-deh.”
Is Kaede a boy or a girl name?
Kaede is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Kaede a popular name right now?
Kaede is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
How popular is the name Kaede?
In 2025, Kaede ranked #16014 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kaede most popular?
Kaede was most popular in 2006, when about 17 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Kaede?
Names similar to Kaede include Momoka, Miyu, Nanami, Mio, Riko.
What names go well with Kaede?
Japanese names that pair well with Kaede include Akira, Kenji, Emi, Ren, Nami.