Kadek
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Kadek is an Indonesian name meaning “first-born”. It is a common name, used by both boys and girls.
Meaning & Origin of the name Kadek
Kadek is a distinctive and culturally significant name originating from Indonesia (Indonesian), specifically the island of Bali. In Balinese naming conventions, Kadek is not a personal name chosen for its aesthetic qualities but rather a birth order name, uniquely designated for the 'first-born' child, regardless of gender. This traditional system reflects the importance of birth order within Balinese families and society. While it directly means 'first-born,' it carries a deeper cultural meaning of being the inaugural child in a family, holding a special place. For those outside Balinese culture, Kadek offers a unique, exotic sound and a beautiful story behind its meaning, connecting the bearer to a rich cultural heritage and the concept of new beginnings.
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Gender Usage of the Name Kadek
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Kadek is generally considered a unisex name, although one gender is somewhat more common. We currently have 5 recorded bearers (3 male and 2 female). While the current records suggest this pattern, the sample remains limited and should be interpreted with caution.
Popularity of the Name Kadek
Overall PopularityMethodology
Kadek is listed under Common Unisex Names based on the available birth data from Australia, with a birth frequency of 1 in every 576K births.
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Kadek was last recorded at #216 on the Popular Unisex Names Worldwide List (2017) and has not appeared in the latest official-year lists for major markets.
Historically, its best recorded position was #216 in 2017. Its lowest recorded position was #567 in 2009. Over the last 13 years (2004–2017) the name rose 106 places (from #322 to #216). Overall the ranking record is brief (only 3 years in the dataset).
Characteristics of the Name Kadek
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Unisex Names
- Length
- 5 letters — Medium-Length Unisex Names
- Starts with
- K — Unisex Names Starting with K
- Ends with
- k — Unisex Names Ending in “k”
Name AestheticMethodology
Kadek presents a two-syllable, stressed-unstressed pattern that feels concise and direct. Its primary cultural context is its role as a Balinese birth order name, which provides a functional, structural identity rather than an association with a specific public figure. This brevity and cultural specificity align it with a Sleek & Modern aesthetic.
Middle Names For Kadek
Middle names used with KadekMethodology
Kadek is most frequently used with: Kadek Aprilia
Middle name suggestions for KadekMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Kadek is most frequently associated with unisex middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 6 letters, and a starting sound of “l”.
Examples: Kadek Leslie · Kadek Lawson · Kadek Lavern · Kadek Layton · Kadek Latham. View all 191 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Kadek
Sound Like Kadek Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Kitoko · Kaittaq
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Casey · Kerry · Quinn · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Kadek Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Dominique · Dominque · Clarke · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Taylor · Jamie · Leslie · View all Top 100 names
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How to Spell Kadek in ASL
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Comments on the name Kadek
1 comment
Molzahn1234
It's written as "ᬓᬤᬾᬓ᭄" in the Balinese aksara script.