Kane

At a Glance: Name: Kane – Meaning: warrior (from Gaelic 'cath', battle) via the Irish surname Ó Catháin – Origin: Irish (surname origin) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: KAYN

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Kane (pronounced KAYN) traces back to the Irish surname Ó Catháin and carries the meaning "warrior," rooted in the Gaelic word 'cath,' meaning battle. It's a short, classic name that reads as bold and well-traveled at once, fitting for parents drawn to something with a clear-cut history rather than an invented one. The SSA has tracked it in the U.S. since 1953, so it's had decades to settle in as a familiar, established choice.

Meaning & Origin of Kane

Meaning: Warrior (from gaelic 'cath', battle) via the irish surname ó catháin.

Origin: Irish (surname origin).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Kane

Phonetic: KAYN   IPA: /ˈkeɪn/

Popularity of Kane

Kane hit its peak popularity in 2018 at #319, with 1,054 boys given the name that year; by 2024 it had settled to #431, with 731 babies named Kane — still a steady presence, just past its highest point.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1953–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Kane mean?

Warrior (from gaelic ‘cath’, battle) via the irish surname ó catháin. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Kane)

How do you pronounce Kane?

Kane is pronounced KAYN (IPA: /ˈkeɪn/).

Is Kane a popular name right now?

Kane peaked at #319 in 2018 and is ranked #431 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1953–2024.)

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