Coburn

Pronunciation: [ k-OHB-ern ]

Coburn is a boy baby name. Ranked #10,788 in the US, popular nicknames include Cob, Coy, and Cobie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Coburn is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-OHB-ern.

Parents who love the name Coburn often also consider Chiloh, Asafe, Snyder .

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Historical Record

Coburn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.

Over 118 babies have been named Coburn in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Coburn is past its peak , currently ranked #10,788 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#10,788
Current Rank
Peaked 1972 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#10,788
Total SSA Count
8

Nicknames

Cob Coy Cobie Cobuie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Coburn

Is Coburn a boy or girl name?
Coburn is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Coburn?
Coburn is pronounced k-OHB-ern.
How popular is the name Coburn?
Coburn is currently ranked #10788 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Coburn?
Common nicknames for Coburn include Cob, Coy, Cobie, and Cobuie.
Is Coburn a common or rare name?
Coburn is an uncommon name, ranked #10788 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Coburn?
Coburn pairs well with Chiloh, Asafe, Snyder, Ayyan in style and sound.

About the Name Coburn

Coburn is a boy name .

Coburn is currently ranked #10,788 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Coburn include Cob, Coy, Cobie, and Cobuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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