gender neutral
Kane
warrior
About Kane
Brief yet commanding, Kane delivers maximum impact with minimal syllables. This single-syllable powerhouse carries an unmistakable strength that resonates across generations. The name's simplicity becomes its greatest asset—easy to spell, impossible to mispronounce, and memorable from first introduction. Kane works seamlessly in any context, from childhood friendships to boardroom presentations decades later. There's an elegant efficiency to this choice that appeals to parents who appreciate directness and clarity. The name suggests confidence and capability without pretension. Boys named Kane often find their name's brevity advantageous, as it pairs effortlessly with longer middle names or surnames, creating balanced combinations. Kane maintains a timeless quality that transcends temporary naming trends. Its straightforward nature means your son won't spend his life correcting spellings or repeating himself. For families valuing substance over embellishment, Kane offers a classic strength that requires no justification. This name knows what it is and makes no apologies—a powerful foundation for any child's identity.
Popularity of the Name Kane
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | #984 | #61 | |||
| 1987 | #970 | #68 | |||
| 1988 | #920 | #56 | #265 | ||
| 1990 | #999 | #77 | |||
| 1992 | #998 | #85 | #321 | #605 | |
| 1993 | #733 | #79 | #584 | ||
| 1994 | #627 | #100 | #286 | #458 | |
| 1995 | #647 | #85 | #295 | #500 | |
| 1996 | #658 | #81 | #319 | #607 | |
| 1997 | #643 | #102 | #80 | #258 | #466 |
| 1998 | #563 | #103 | #107 | #265 | #478 |
| 1999 | #592 | #113 | #116 | #314 | #571 |
| 2000 | #594 | #97 | #114 | #445 | #544 |
| 2001 | #609 | #105 | #91 | #308 | #603 |
| 2002 | #640 | #136 | #134 | #220 | #735 |
| 2003 | #695 | #140 | #123 | #237 | #643 |
| 2004 | #701 | #147 | #120 | #256 | #848 |
| 2005 | #722 | #160 | #102 | #235 | #795 |
| 2006 | #705 | #198 | #123 | #326 | |
| 2007 | #640 | #209 | #214 | #249 | #518 |
| 2008 | #438 | #216 | #185 | #375 | |
| 2009 | #503 | #253 | #221 | #377 | #324 |
| 2010 | #565 | #274 | #159 | #525 | #339 |
| 2011 | #506 | #262 | #230 | #674 | #303 |
| 2012 | #547 | #378 | #295 | #477 | #325 |
| 2013 | #544 | #323 | #330 | #368 | #348 |
| 2014 | #477 | #401 | #301 | #449 | #353 |
| 2015 | #428 | #378 | #201 | #530 | #325 |
| 2016 | #402 | #385 | #194 | #567 | #319 |
| 2017 | #354 | #428 | #303 | #783 | #315 |
| 2018 | #319 | #401 | #337 | #350 | #247 |
| 2019 | #334 | #509 | #305 | #373 | #249 |
| 2020 | #337 | #516 | #571 | #268 | |
| 2021 | #329 | #539 | #227 | #384 | #313 |
| 2022 | #361 | #513 | #383 | #289 | |
| 2023 | #402 | #583 | #324 | #233 | |
| 2024 | #431 | #705 | #368 | #331 | |
| 2025 | #451 | #669 | #452 | #470 | #369 |
| 1965 | #238 | ||||
| 1969 | #222 | ||||
| 1970 | #168 | ||||
| 1971 | #209 | ||||
| 1972 | #150 | ||||
| 1973 | #137 | ||||
| 1974 | #125 | ||||
| 1975 | #94 | ||||
| 1976 | #117 | ||||
| 1977 | #132 | ||||
| 1978 | #171 | ||||
| 1979 | #122 | ||||
| 1980 | #101 | ||||
| 1981 | #112 | ||||
| 1982 | #77 | ||||
| 1983 | #82 | ||||
| 1984 | #94 | ||||
| 1985 | #95 | ||||
| 1989 | #72 | #345 | |||
| 1991 | #80 | #312 | #577 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kane
Names Similar to Kane
Nicknames for Kane
- Kay
- K
- Kenny
Famous People Named Kane
| Kane Williamson | New Zealand cricketer |
| Kane Hodder | American actor |
| Kane Tanaka | World's oldest living person |
| Kane Fitzgerald | British film director |
| Kane Stuart Williamson | Australian composer |
| Kane Sumabat | American bodybuilder |
| Kane Kosugi | Japanese actor and martial artist |
| Kane Roberts | American guitarist |
| Kane Waselenchuk | Canadian racquetball player |
| Kane Alexander | Australian actor |
| Kane Marcus Carter | American musician |
| Kane Cornes | Australian rules footballer |
| Kane Vincent-Young | English footballer |
| Kane Baker | English boxer |
| Kane Evans | Australian rugby league player |
| Kane Faverani | Brazilian basketball player |
| Kane Linnett | Scottish rugby league player |
| Kane Richardson | Australian cricketer |