Baby name
Cady
/KAY · dee/
Meaning
“Modern form, possibly from Katherine”
Modern form possibly from Katherine or as surname adaptation; carries contemporary simplicity
Vibe
strongplayfultimeless
How it ages.
Cady emerged as a contemporary choice from 1990s onward with very modest adoption among English-speaking parents.
The cultural moment.
US shows minimal adoption as given name; UK exhibits rare usage; no established tradition or clear growth pattern.