Koen
Koen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kuːn/
Meaning and origin of Koen
- A male given name of modern usage.
Etymology
Borrowed from Dutch Koen.
How popular is Koen?
Since 1880, 20 girls and 5,170 boys in the U.S. have been named Koen (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #16201 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #606 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #623 for boys, with 453 babies given the name.
More Dutch boy names
Sibling name ideas for Koen
Sister and brother names that share Koen's Dutch roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Koen FAQ
What does the name Koen mean?
A male given name of modern usage. Borrowed from Dutch Koen.
What is the origin of the name Koen?
Koen is listed as a name of Dutch origin.
How popular is the name Koen?
Since 1880, 20 girls and 5,170 boys in the U.S. have been named Koen (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #16201 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #606 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #623 for boys, with 453 babies given the name.
Is Koen a boy or girl name?
Koen is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 20 girls and 5,170 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.