5 iconic one-word wrestling names

#1 Kane

It’s a short name, but it’s enough to scare the living daylights out of most wrestlers

The name ‘Kane’ has a very strong connotation. In the Bible, it was Cain that committed the first murder in history, and his name has since become synonymous with betrayal, murder, and fratricide. This is why it fits the character that Glen Jacobs played for almost twenty full years.

Kane, whether masked or not, has been one of the most devastating and powerful wrestlers of all time. His name had overtly biblical connotations through his rivalry with his brother The Undertaker, as did his supposed supernatural abilities.

When Kane entered an arena, he scared younger viewers with his intimidating costume and terrifying mask. Yet even as a heel, fans loved watching the masked monster without a conscience destroy everyone in his path like a true badass. Every little thing Kane did made people want to watch him more, thus turning him into an even bigger star.

Add to this a well-written and complex narrative surrounding Kane’s relationship with his ‘brother’ The Undertaker, and you have one of the most iconic and memorable wrestling characters of all time.