Kayin
Meaning
Long-Awaited Child
Origin
African
Pronunciation
/keɪ.ɪn/
Traits associated with the name Kayin:
Dogs named Kayin tend to be loving, brave, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kayin?
Naming your dog Kayin suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the meaning of the name, which is "maker" or "builder."
Is Kayin a good dog name?
Kayin has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Kayin isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Kayin is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kayin was, in the past month, the 956th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Kayin is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Kayin was viewed 32 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kayin's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kayin is most adored in California, Texas and Nebraska.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in District of Columbia, Tennessee and Massachusetts.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kayin.
Kayin is found in these categories:
african
Derived from Yoruba language, meaning celebrated child.
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