Strong’s H7013

קַיִן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

qayin

Pronunciation

kah'-yin

Definition

Cain

Meaning

a lance

Usage

The name "Cain" is primarily associated with the firstborn son of Adam and Eve, as recorded in the Book of Genesis. The name is often interpreted to mean "acquired" or "possessed," reflecting Eve's declaration upon his birth: "I have acquired a man with the help of the LORD" (Genesis 4:1, BSB). Cain is most notably recognized for his role in the first murder recorded in the Bible, where he kills his brother Abel out of jealousy and anger.

Bible references

2 Samuel 21:16