Cobain
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Acquired, spear, possessed
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #7779 in 2025 with 10 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Cain. Shares the meaning 'Acquired, spear, possessed.'
Similar names: corban, corbin, cain, cobi, coralina
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Cobain? About 1 in 332,850 babies born in 2025 were named Cobain, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Cobain
What does the name Cobain mean?
Cobain means “Acquired, spear, possessed” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Cobain?
Cobain has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Acquired, spear, possessed”.
How popular is Cobain?
Cobain ranked #7679 in 2025 — given to 10 babies that year.
When was Cobain most popular?
Cobain peaked in 2017 with 20 babies registered that year.
Is Cobain a boy or girl name?
Cobain is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Cobains in registered births are male.
Is the name Cobain rising or falling in popularity?
Cobain has risen 2680 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10359 in 2020 to #7679 in 2025.
How long has Cobain been recorded?
Cobain appears in birth records across 21 years — from 2004 through 2025.