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Cain

kayn

Cain (name) means In the Bible, the son of Adam and Eve who killed his brother Abel; also used as a male given name and surname. Example: “The story of Cain and Abel is told in the book of Genesis.”

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In the Bible, the son of Adam and Eve who killed his brother Abel; also used as a male given name and surname.
"The story of Cain and Abel is told in the book of Genesis."
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Etymology

From Hebrew קַיִן (Káyin, "craftsman").

Origin: Hebrew

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Cain” mean?

The word “Cain” means in the Bible, the son of Adam and Eve who killed his brother Abel; also used as a male given name and surname.

How do you pronounce “Cain”?

“Cain” is pronounced kayn (/keɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cain” in a sentence?

Here is “Cain” used in a sentence: “The story of Cain and Abel is told in the book of Genesis.”

What part of speech is “Cain”?

“Cain” is a name.

Where does the word “Cain” come from?

The word “Cain” comes from Hebrew. From Hebrew קַיִן (Káyin, "craftsman").

Is “Cain” a common word?

“Cain” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Who was Cain in the Bible?

In the Bible, Cain was the son of Adam and Eve who killed his brother Abel, making him a symbol of the first act of murder and fratricide in the biblical narrative.

Is Cain used as a first name today?

Yes, Cain is used as a male given name and surname, independent of its biblical origin.

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