UK boy's name
Kader
A masculine Arabic name meaning "capable" or "powerful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kader is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kader popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2023 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Kader is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Kader. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kader ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 boys were registered as Kader.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kader as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4991
2023
Births in 2023
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Kader mean?
The name Kader has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "qadir," which means "powerful" or "capable." The name is believed to have emerged during the early Islamic period, around the 7th century CE.
In Arabic, the name Kader is often associated with strength, determination, and the ability to overcome challenges. It was commonly given to boys as a way of expressing the parents' hopes and aspirations for their child to grow into a strong and capable individual.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Kader can be found in Islamic literature and historical records. It is mentioned in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam, as one of the attributes of Allah (God). The name is also found in various Arabic poems and writings from the medieval period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kader. One of the most famous was Kader Khan (1937-2018), an Indian actor, screenwriter, and comedian who appeared in over 300 films and was known for his exceptional comic timing and versatility.
Another prominent figure was Kader Abdolah (born 1954), an Iranian-Dutch writer and poet who fled Iran during the Islamic Revolution and has authored several acclaimed novels and short stories exploring themes of exile, identity, and cultural displacement.
In the realm of sports, Kader Firoun (born 1979) is a notable French professional boxer who has held multiple European and intercontinental titles in the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions.
Kader Attia (born 1970) is a renowned French-Algerian artist known for his powerful installations and sculptures that explore themes of identity, colonialism, and the complexities of cultural exchange.
Lastly, Kader Arif (born 1959) is a French politician and member of the European Parliament, representing the French Socialist Party and serving as a Vice-President of the European Parliament from 2014 to 2019.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals who have carried the name Kader throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage associated with this powerful and meaningful name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Kader by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kader was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4991 | 3 | 1 |
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- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kader: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kader in the UK right now?
In 2023, Kader was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kader most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Kader in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kader?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "capable" or "powerful".
How many people are called Kader in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Kader across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.