Meaning & History
Kaede is a Japanese female given name written with various kanji, most commonly as 楓 meaning "maple" — the element kaede directly corresponds to the tree. Its etymology reflects the syllable かえで, and parents often select the maple kanji for its association with autumn beauty and gentle grace.
Notable Bearers
- Kaede
(Japanese voice actress)
The name is also shared by fictional characters in manga, anime, and video games, extending its popularity into contemporary culture.
Linguistic Composition
The reading Kaede can also be written with homophonous kanji: for example, かえで only; in compounds it may appear in surnames like 楓. Usage is distinctly Japanese, not encountered as a given name outside the Japanese language sphere.
Related Names
- Meaning: Maple
- Origin: Japanese
- Type: Given name (feminine)
- Contrast Few known outside Japan