Cohen

A distinctive pick — fewer than 9 pets share this name.

#6657

Meaning & Story

An English surname of Hebrew origin, meaning priest, derived from the Jewish priestly class the Kohanim, carrying a sense of heritage and purpose.

Cohen is a name with deep historical and cultural roots. In the Jewish tradition, the Kohanim were the priestly class of ancient Israel, making this a name associated with dignity and calling. As a pet name it has an understated elegance — strong but not showy, classic but not overused. Pets named Cohen tend to be dependable, centered, and quietly commanding.

At a Glance

#6657
Overall Rank
9
Registered
Boys
Popular With

Cohen's Personality

Cohen is a popular pet name with 9 registered pets. View the breed table above for matches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohen a good pet name?

Cohen is a well-known pet name with 9 registered pets.

Is Cohen a boy or girl pet name?

Cohen is more commonly given to male pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Is Cohen also a human name?

Yes! Cohen is both a popular pet name (ranked #6657 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.

Cohen has two lives

Cohen, the baby name
#239boys
21,444 babies
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Cohen, the pet name
#6657pet name
9 pets
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology