Cohen

Boy's name

Cohen is a Hebrew surname meaning "priest" or "religious leader." It is derived from the Hebrew word "kohen," which refers to a priest in Judaism.

Meaning Priest
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 1,475
Peak year 2024

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Names Starting With C

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Cohen Bramall - Football player, plays as a defender.
  • Cohen Holloway - Actor, known for "What We Do in the Shadows."

Brothers for Cohen

Boy names closely related to Cohen

Rhett Knox Jensen Kohen Tucker Kasen Lane Gunner

Sisters for Cohen

Girl names closely related to Cohen

Blakely Wrenley Addilyn Haisley Sutton Kinley Paisley Gracelynn

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