Little battler or spear
Kaine is a modern spelling variant of the Gaelic name Kane, which likely derives from the surname O'Cathain, meaning 'descendant of Cathan'. The root 'cath' translates to 'battle', giving the name a strong, warrior-like connotation. It is also sometimes associated with the Hebrew name Cain, though the spelling with a 'K' is typically chosen to distance it from the biblical figure.
Less common today
Kaine isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,014 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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