Kayin
Kayin is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,774 in the US, popular nicknames include Kay and Kayie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kayin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 540 babies have been named Kayin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kayin is past its peak , currently ranked #7,774 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,774
- Total SSA Count
- 11
Nicknames
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Also a Girl Name
Kayin is also used as a girl name, ranked #15161.
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About the Name Kayin
Kayin is a boy name .
Is Kayin a boy or girl name? Kayin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,774 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #15,161. Kayin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kayin is currently ranked #7,774 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kayin include Kay and Kayie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis