Caine
Caine is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Son of Cathán, warrior, or reed.
Origin and history
Caine is a name of Gaelic origin, derived from surnames like O'Cahan or Mac Caine, meaning 'son of Cathán' (battler) or related to the word for 'reed'. It is also often viewed as a phonetic variant of the biblical name Cain or the Irish name Kane. In the United States, Caine remains a relatively rare masculine choice, maintaining a consistent modern presence.
Popularity in the United States
2,104 babies in the United States have been named Caine since 1880. It ranks #2813 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1511.
States where it is most popular
- TX (32.8 %)
- CA (26 %)
- FL (8.8 %)
- OH (7.6 %)
- PA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 145 |
| 1980-1990 | 103 |
| 1990-2000 | 344 |
| 2000-2010 | 505 |
| 2010-2019 | 583 |
| 2020-2029 | 419 |
Fun facts
- As a surname derivative, Caine trace back to the Irish name Cathán, derived from the word 'cath', meaning 'battle'.
- The name gained notable exposure through fictional characters, including Kwai Chang Caine from the 1970s television series Kung Fu.