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Cadence

KAY-dens

Popularity

#1035

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

24,231

Peak Year

#1,788 in 2007

First Recorded

1974

Style

Modern & Trendy, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Cadence is an English name derived from the Italian word 'cadenza', meaning 'rhythm' or 'flow'. It refers to a rhythmic sequence or flow of sounds.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Cadence Cameron

    American actress

Nicknames

Personality Traits

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