How Many People Are Named Cohan?
Complete statistics for the name Cohan: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Cohan is a rare name with Irish roots, very uncommon in the US with only 333 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 990,860 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with all 336 recorded births since tracking began being under 30 years old.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 5 are known for their adaptability and love of freedom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 11All 336 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Cohan Through the Generations
Cohan stands out as a name that's seen a surge in popularity recently, peaking in 2023 with 31 births. This spike reflects its status as a newer-generation name, with all those born under the name currently being under 30 years old. The average age of someone named Cohan is just 11, indicating that it's still on the rise and likely to continue gaining traction among parents seeking unique names.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Cohan's Irish roots
📄 About the Name Cohan
How Many People Have the Name Cohan?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,287 people in the United States currently share the name Cohan. That works out to roughly 1 in every 144,928 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Cohan a Common or Rare Name?
Cohan is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Cohan Mean?
Cohan means "Irish surname" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Cohan in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Cohan Most Popular?
The name Cohan reached peak popularity in 2023, with 31 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Cohan?
Approximately 2,287 people named Cohan live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,287. That works out to roughly 1 in 144,928 Americans.
Is Cohan a rare name?
Cohan is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 144,928 Americans has this name.
What does the name Cohan mean?
Cohan means "Irish surname" and comes from Irish origins.
Is Cohan more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Cohan are male and 0% are female.
When was Cohan most popular?
Cohan peaked in 2023 with 31 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.