How Many People Are Named Kohen?
Complete statistics for the name Kohen: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Kohen is a very rare name, with only 7,393 births in the U.S. and 7,334 people alive today. It's so unique, just 1 in 44,996 Americans carries this name. Most Kohens are young, with nearly everyone under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 8 traditionally symbolizes prosperity and success in numerology. With Kohen being a name associated with a small but growing community, this could be seen as a positive omen for those who bear it.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 8All 7,393 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Kohen Through the Generations
Kohen has a very distinct presence in American demographics, with a total of 7,393 births but only 7,334 people currently alive, indicating a relatively low survival rate. The peak year for births was 2024, with 1,096 new Kohen babies, which is quite a spike from the average. This name is predominantly male and has a rising trend, suggesting a growing interest or preference for it. The fact that almost all Kohens are under 30 makes it a truly modern name, reflecting a younger demographic that is likely to continue growing in the coming years.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Kohen's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Kohen
How Many People Have the Name Kohen?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 868 people in the United States currently share the name Kohen. That works out to roughly 1 in every 381,854 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Kohen a Common or Rare Name?
Kohen 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Kohen in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.
When Was Kohen Most Popular?
The name Kohen reached peak popularity in 2024, with 1,096 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 Kohen?
Approximately 868 people named Kohen live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 868. That works out to roughly 1 in 381,854 Americans.
Is Kohen a rare name?
Kohen is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 381,854 Americans has this name.
What does the name Kohen mean?
The meaning and origin of Kohen are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Kohen more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Kohen are male and 2% are female.
When was Kohen most popular?
Kohen peaked in 2024 with 1,096 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.