Koen
Koen is a boy's name of Dutch origin.
Meaning
Bold counsel or brave advisor.
Origin and history
Koen is a Dutch given name that originated as a short form of Koenraad, the Dutch equivalent of Conrad. It has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent years as an alternative spelling of the Irish name Cohen or as a modern short name. In contemporary U.S. usage, it is increasingly recognized and chosen for its crisp, modern sound.
Popularity in the United States
5,170 babies in the United States have been named Koen since 1880. It ranks #1701 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #726.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.5 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- OH (7.1 %)
- WA (5.4 %)
- FL (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 46 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,330 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,786 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,008 |
Famous people named Koen
- Koen Casteels: Footballer, Athlete
- Koen Bouwman: Cyclist, Athlete
Fun facts
- In the Netherlands, Koen is a traditional standalone name derived from Koenraad, matching the English Conrad.
- Nearly half of all U.S. birth records for the male name Koen since 1880 have been recorded since 2020.