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Kohen

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Pronounced KOH-en /ˈkoʊ.ɛn/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew kohen, 'a priest' (a hereditary priestly title and the surname Cohen); used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the priestly senseLow

In 30 seconds: A priest: Kohen is Hebrew 'a priest'. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'KOH-en').
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningFrom Hebrew kohen, 'a priest' (a hereditary priestly title and the surname Cohen); used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the priestly sense
U.S. rank (2024)#6783 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 137

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320082024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kohen comes from Hebrew kohen, 'a priest' — a hereditary priestly title (the descendants of Aaron) and the source of the surname Cohen (we note the priestly sense; some Jewish families consider its use as a given name disrespectful, which we flag honestly). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).

In the U.S. it appears in recent records. Rare for girls, a-priest at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Kohen means 'a priest' in Hebrew — a hereditary priestly title and the source of the surname Cohen — a crisp, modern name, used for both sexes (here for girls; we note the priestly sense, which some Jewish families consider it disrespectful to use as a given name; said 'KOH-en').
Overall data confidence 45%
References — Kohen/Cohen — priestly sense and sensitivity noted

Variations

CohenKoen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kohen mean?

Kohen is Hebrew for 'a priest' (the source of the surname Cohen). We note the priestly sense, which some consider disrespectful as a given name.

How do you pronounce Kohen?

It's said KOH-en /ˈkoʊ.ɛn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kohen a boy or girl name?

Kohen is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Kohen?

Kohen is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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