Cohen
Meaning
"priest"
Origin: Hebrew
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #239
- Total SSA Count
- 1,475
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Co
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"priest"
Origin: Hebrew
"battle, warrior"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Cohen is more popular, ranked #239 vs #432 for Kane.
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Cohen is more popular, ranked #239 compared to Kane at #432 in the United States.
Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin). Kane means "battle, warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).
Cohen is primarily a boy name. Kane is primarily a boy name.