Cain

Boy's name

Cain is a Hebrew name meaning "acquired" or "possession." It is derived from the root word qanah, which signifies "to acquire" or "to create."

Meaning Acquired
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 230
Peak year 2014

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Names Starting With C

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Cain Velasquez - MMA fighter, former UFC Heavyweight Champion.
  • Cain Marko - Fictional character, also known as Juggernaut in comics.
  • Cain Dingle - Fictional character in British soap opera "Emmerdale."
  • Cain - Biblical figure, known for killing his brother Abel.

Brothers for Cain

Boy names closely related to Cain

Xzavier Abel Alexzander Ricky Anakin Ezekiel Jesse Alec

Sisters for Cain

Girl names closely related to Cain

Delilah Marilyn Jocelyn Scarlette Roselyn Monica Ariel Dalilah

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