Caine Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Hebrew
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Derived from the Hebrew name Qayin, Caine symbolizes strength and power and is associated with rebellion.
Meaning of the Name Caine
Caine is a variant of the name Cain, which is derived from the Hebrew name Qayin. In the Bible, Cain was the firstborn son of Adam and Eve who became known for murdering his brother Abel. The name refers to a spear or a possessed quality, symbolizing strength and power. Caine is often associated with rebellion and defiance.
Popularity of the Name Caine
The popularity for the name Caine peaked in popularity in the year 2008 with 89 births, which ranked number 3,923 out of 32,533 unique names for that year. Caine had the most male births in 2008 with 89, which ranked number 1,708 out of 14,620 male names. The number of births for the name Caine has increased sharply over the last ten years from 49 births to 75 births, an increase of 53.06%. Among males, Caine has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 49 births to 75 births, an increase of 53.06%.
Nationwide Popularity of Caine
- 20 Year Trend of Caine: 74.42%
- 10 Year Trend of Caine: 53.06%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Caine: 53.06%
Popularity of Caine by State
For males, Caine was most popular in Southwestern states with 13 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in TX, with 13 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Caine. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | 1864 | < 5 | N/A |
| TX | 13 | 1417 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Caine
- Total Births of Caine: 78 (4.35%)
- Male Births of Caine: 78 (4.35%)
Given the upward trend of Caine over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 4.35% increase in total births, for a total of 78 births in 2024. Male births for Caine have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 78 male births in 2024, an increase of 4.35%.