Cohen
Cohen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkoʊən/
Meaning and origin of Cohen
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Hebrew כֹּהֵן (kohén, “cohen”).
How popular is Cohen?
Since 1880, 389 girls and 23,040 boys in the U.S. have been named Cohen (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3750 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #225 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #225 for boys, with 1,627 babies given the name.
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Cohen FAQ
What does the name Cohen mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Hebrew כֹּהֵן (kohén, “cohen”).
What is the origin of the name Cohen?
Cohen is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Cohen?
Since 1880, 389 girls and 23,040 boys in the U.S. have been named Cohen (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3750 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #225 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #225 for boys, with 1,627 babies given the name.
Is Cohen a boy or girl name?
Cohen is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 389 girls and 23,040 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.