Welsh boy name
Cadfan Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Cadfan means battle peak. From the Welsh cad (battle) and ban (peak or high), meaning battle peak
Cadfan is a Welsh name linked to Saint Cadfan, a sixth-century saint who is said to have come from Brittany and founded a monastery on Bardsey Island, known in Welsh as Ynys Enlli. The name is thought to combine cad, meaning battle, with ban, meaning high or peak. It has a powerful, medieval sound and is used in Wales mostly as a rare traditional choice. Cadfan is pronounced with a v for the f. It would suit a family who like Welsh saints' names and ancient history.
Variants of Cadfan
CadvanCadwan
Cadfan popularity: Ireland vs the US
Cadfan does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cadfan mean?
Cadfan means "battle peak". From the Welsh cad (battle) and ban (peak or high), meaning battle peak.
How do you pronounce Cadfan?
Cadfan is pronounced CAD-van.
What is the origin of Cadfan?
Cadfan is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh cad (battle) and ban (peak or high), meaning battle peak.