Coben
Pronunciation: [ k-OHB-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Coben first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 132 babies have been named Coben in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Coben is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,629 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,629
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Coben
Coben is a boy name .
Coben is currently ranked #12,629 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Coben include Cob, Coy, Coie, and Cobkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Coben include Cobe . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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