Boy Name · Hebrew Origin
Kohen
Kohen is a boy baby name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Priest". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Kohen often also consider Koen.
Kohen meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Priest
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Kohen to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kohen as K·O·H·E·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kohen is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Kohen variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Kohena, Kohene, Koheny, Kohe.
- Nicknames: Koh and K.
- Middle names: Pair Kohen with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Kohen middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Koen, Ken, Kenny, Kwame, Kenia — full picks on the sibling names for Kohen guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kohen? Browse our names like Kohen guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Kohen
What does the name Kohen mean?
Kohen means "Priest" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Kohen?
Kohen originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kohen?
Kohen has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kohen a boy's or girl's name?
Kohen is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Kohen in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kohen sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Kohen?
Names that share Kohen's sound and style include Koen, Ken, Kenny, Kwame, Kenia.
What middle names pair well with Kohen?
Good middle-name fits for Kohen pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kohen is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kohen is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kohen?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kohen share its rhythm without rhyming — Koen, Ken, Kenny all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.