Cainan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cainan Name at a Glance

Name	Cainan
Meaning	Possessor, purchaser.
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cainan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cainan means “Possessor, purchaser”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cainan Name Origin

Our database records Cainan under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cainan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cainan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cainan

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