Kohen
Kohen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kohen
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Rare spelling variant of Cohen.
How popular is Kohen?
Since 1880, 154 girls and 8,407 boys in the U.S. have been named Kohen (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6546 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #296 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #296 for boys, with 1,160 babies given the name.
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Kohen FAQ
What does the name Kohen mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Rare spelling variant of Cohen.
What is the origin of the name Kohen?
Kohen is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Kohen?
Since 1880, 154 girls and 8,407 boys in the U.S. have been named Kohen (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6546 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #296 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #296 for boys, with 1,160 babies given the name.
Is Kohen a boy or girl name?
Kohen is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 154 girls and 8,407 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.