Kayne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kayne is an Irish name meaning 'battle', derived from the surname O'Cathain. It has evolved from historical forms like O'Cathain and Cathan. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, influenced by popular culture. It is currently viewed as a modern name associated with creativity. There is no direct biblical relevance.
The name Kayne is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kayne has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kayne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5194th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3351st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1867th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1959th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9994th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Kayne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kayne"
Pronunciation
/keɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kayne is derived from the Irish surname O'Cathain, which means 'descendant of Cathan'. The name Cathan itself comes from the word 'cath', meaning 'battle'.
Meaning
battle
Language Evolution
O'Cathain, Cathan, Kayne
Historical Usage
Kayne gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, largely due to the influence of popular culture and celebrities.
Variants & Derivatives
Caine, Kane, Cayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kayne is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It has been popularized by celebrities, particularly in the music industry.
Famous People
Kanye West, Kayne Roberts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kayne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kayne"
"Kayne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5194th of 10718 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3351st of 16616 | 263 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1867th of 24088 | 1,096 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1959th of 23106 | 920 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9994th of 12526 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Kayne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.56% 1675th/4582 |
46.05% 2378th/5164 |
30.69% 2244th/7313 |
32.47% 2423rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.57% 1656th/3984 |
68.73% 3084th/4487 |
30.47% 2079th/6822 |
46.46% 2916th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kayne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kayne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kayne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.