Kane
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Warrior, tribute, golden
Origin: Irish Gaelic/Welsh/Japanese
Popularity: Ranked #451 in 2025 with 695 babies born.
History: Kane has multiple origins. In Irish it derives from 'Ó Catháin,' meaning warrior. In Welsh it may relate to 'cain,' meaning beautiful or golden. In Japanese 'kane' means golden or money. As a given name it has grown in the English-speaking world, known through wrestler Kane and various athletes.
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Kane? About 1 in 4,789 babies born in 2025 were named Kane, or roughly 1.9 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kane
What does the name Kane mean?
Kane means “Warrior, tribute, golden” from Irish Gaelic/Welsh/Japanese roots.
What is the origin of the name Kane?
Kane has Irish Gaelic/Welsh/Japanese origin. The traditional meaning is “Warrior, tribute, golden”.
How popular is Kane?
Kane ranked #451 in 2025 — given to 695 babies that year.
When was Kane most popular?
Kane peaked in 2018 with 1,054 babies registered that year.
Is Kane a boy or girl name?
Kane is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kanes in registered births are male.
Is the name Kane rising or falling in popularity?
Kane has fallen 114 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #337 in 2020 to #451 in 2025.
How long has Kane been recorded?
Kane appears in birth records across 73 years — from 1953 through 2025.