What does the name Cain mean?

The name Cain means "Acquired".

What is the origin of the name Cain?

Cain is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 230 babies were named Cain in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Cain is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 230 →

All-Time Total: 7,441

Peak Year: 2014

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

Boy names closely related to Cain

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Girl names closely related to Cain

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Births per year in the United States

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