Kaine
Kaine is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Warrior or descendant of Cathan; alternative spellings relate to biblical Cain (acquisition).
Origin and history
Kaine is a masculine name of Gaelic origin, derived from the surname O'Cathain meaning descendant of Cathan or warrior. It is also often used as a modern phonetic variant of the biblical name Cain. In the United States, it has seen moderate and steady usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
3,621 babies in the United States have been named Kaine since 1880. It ranks #2129 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1116.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.6 %)
- CA (13.6 %)
- OH (8.7 %)
- LA (7.6 %)
- FL (7.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 62 |
| 1980-1990 | 72 |
| 1990-2000 | 487 |
| 2000-2010 | 744 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,329 |
| 2020-2029 | 927 |
Fun facts
- Kaine derives from the Irish Gaelic personal name Cathan, which is rooted in the word 'cath', meaning battle.
- It serves as a contemporary alternative spelling to Kane, Caine, and Cain.