What do you think of Cain?

[maytonb]

Well, i am having a hard time finding a name for a baby boy. My hubby wants our future son's name to be Cain. I am hesitant because based from what i read, it doesn't good. What do you think? Should i add another name? Help please.

[sunshine kid]

I like it, and yes the story behind it is terrible...But if you both love it go for it, a meaning means nothing because in the end it is your child that will shape their personality and I don't think the meaning will dictate who they are if that makes any sense.

Though I do prefer the spelling Kane.

[ashthedreamer]

I like the sound, but I agree, the story is very tragic. I agree with @sunshine kid, though--I love the spelling Kane, and I think it gets rid of the Cain and Abel associations, at least on paper.

Good luck!

[jeska]

I actually can't stand the Kane spelling. It's a very trendy, bratty type of name around here. Same goes for Zane.

Cain looks exponentially nicer, but I still wouldn't use it because of the bible story.

[norseberry]

I really hate the name Cain because of the bible story and because of Candy canes/old people canes/cane sugar. It's an outdated name and shouldn't be used. Kane could eliminate those associations, but people will spell it Cain when they hear it.

[agirlinred]

Cain is one of those names that just shouldn't be used.

[goodhope]

I really don't think Cain is usable. More specifically, I don't think Cain should be used.

If you love the sound but want to avoid burdening your son with such a negative association, I'd opt for Kane or Caine instead.

[spring13]

Caine looks somewhat better to me. It's not my favorite at all, but i guess i can see the appeal on aesthetic grounds.

[nvettie]

I really like the name, but I also prefer the spelling Kane. I also prefer Kane for a girl.

[east93]

I wouldn't use it, I think it's just not worth it imo.

I'd rather, Cade, Cale, Zane before Cain.

Cane or Kane is much better, but still, not worth it imo.