Kohen
Kohen is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Priest.
Origin and history
Kohen is a modern American name derived from the Hebrew title 'Cohen', which historically refers to the Jewish priestly class descending from Aaron. Its rise as a given name in the United States reflects a broader contemporary trend of using surnames and occupational titles as first names. Because of its deep sacred significance in Judaism, its usage as a casual given name has occasionally sparked cultural debate.
Popularity in the United States
8,407 babies in the United States have been named Kohen since 1880. It ranks #1319 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #415.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12 %)
- LA (7.6 %)
- OH (6.9 %)
- GA (5.4 %)
- IN (5.2 %)
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 | 12 |
| 2000-2010 | 845 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,945 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,605 |
Fun facts
- In Hebrew tradition, a Kohen is a member of the priestly class descended directly from Aaron, the brother of Moses.
- Its adoption as a first name in the United States is part of a larger trend of turning traditional surnames into given names.