Kainen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-nin / /ˈkeɪ.nɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'ancient'; English: 'warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Kainen is derived from the name Cian, which means 'ancient' and is associated with historical figures in Irish mythology. In English contexts, it is often linked to the word 'warrior', reflecting strength and valor.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kainan
- Kain
- Kainin
International Variants
- Cian (Irish)
- Kain (Hebrew)
Famous people named Kainen
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Fictional characters named Kainen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kainen was first seen in the United States in 1989. Kainen has ranked as high as #1279 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Illinois, Texas, Indiana, Kentucky, and California. In the past 5 years the name Kainen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kainen (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 48 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 68 |
| 2017 | 87 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 90 |
| 2020 | 69 |
| 2021 | 60 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 31 |