Hebrew · Boy name
Cain
“spear, possession”
About the name Cain
Cain is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning ‘spear’ or ‘possession’. It is most famously associated with the biblical figure Cain, who is known for the story of Cain and Abel in the Book of Genesis. This name has been used throughout history and carries significant cultural and religious weight, often symbolizing themes of conflict and morality.
- Meaning
- spear, possession
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KAYN(1 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Cain
- Cain Michael
- Cain James
- Cain Alexander
- Cain Ray
- Cain Thomas
Questions about Cain
- What does Cain mean?
- Cain is a Hebrew name meaning "spear, possession".
- How do you pronounce Cain?
- Cain is pronounced KAYN, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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