Ellis vs Kohen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kohen

Boy #320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Cultural Roots

Jewish/Hebrew American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#320
Total SSA Count
1,079
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ellis Rank #273
Kohen Rank #320

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #320 for Kohen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Kohen more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Kohen at #320 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Kohen mean?

Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Ellis and Kohen boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Kohen is primarily a boy name.

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