Coen

An uncommon Hebrew pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's name| Also girlsHebrewDeclining
#1119 95in 2024

Meaning & Origin

A Jewish surname from Hebrew.

Coen is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hebrew origin (via Dutch), a Dutch short form of names like Cohen or Corneel, though primarily associated with the Hebrew priestly title kohen, meaning 'priest' or 'one who serves.'

In the Netherlands and Belgium, Coen is a traditional masculine name with quiet Calvinist dignity. In the U.S., it's increasingly chosen by parents drawn to short, crisp names with European heritage. The Coen Brothers — filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen — give the name a creative, cinematic association.

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Popularity Over Time

Coen climbed 349 spots in the last 20 years — from #1468 to #1119.

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Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Coen
DecadeBirthsTrend
2020s1,072
2010s2,194
2000s1,056
1990s50

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(31 years, 19912024)
Year-by-year popularity data for the name Coen
YearBirthsRank
2024190#1119
2023213#1024
2022220#1013
2021216#1015
2020233#943
2019200#1034
2018276#815
2017238#901
2016291#799
2015242#898
2014239#900
2013152#1181
2012182#1049
2011202#974
2010172#1109
2009170#1090
2008183#1038
2007149#1181
2006193#965
2005157#1054

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Coen as a Girl's Name

While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Coen has also been given to 17 girls in the U.S. since 2021.

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Current rank
17
Total births
2022
Peak year
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Frequently Asked

Can Coen be used for both boys and girls?
Yes, Coen is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #1119. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (19912024) · Methodology