Possession or smith
Cainan is a biblical name appearing in the Old Testament as a son of Enosh and a great-grandson of Adam. The name is derived from the Hebrew root 'qayin', which can refer to acquiring a possession or, in some contexts, a metalworker or smith. It is often considered a softer, more melodic alternative to the more common Cain.
Less common today
Cainan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,649 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Genesis and the Gospel of Luke Β· The Bible
Canadian actor known for various television roles