Coen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Coen originates from Old German, meaning 'brave' or 'bold'. It has evolved through various forms in the Germanic language family. The name carries traits of strength and leadership and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Coen is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Coen has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Coen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12845th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1413th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 955th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22546th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Coen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Coen"
Pronunciation
/koʊən/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Coen is derived from the Old Germanic element 'kuoni' meaning 'brave' or 'bold'. It is often associated with leadership and strength.
Meaning
brave, bold
Language Evolution
Old High German: Kuoni, Middle High German: Kün, Modern German: Koen
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Western and Northern Europe, and has since spread to other regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Kohen, Cohen, Koin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Coen is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Coen Brothers (Joel and Ethan Coen, filmmakers), Coenraad Johannes van Houten (Dutch chemist and inventor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Coen"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Coen"
"Coen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12845th of 16616 | 15 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1413th of 24088 | 1,647 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 955th of 23106 | 2,710 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22546th of 30306 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Coen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.48% 1076th/4582 |
40.38% 2085th/5164 |
21.40% 1565th/7313 |
16.08% 1200th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.28% 768th/3984 |
35.26% 1582nd/4487 |
15.57% 1062nd/6822 |
13.93% 874th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Coen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Coen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Coen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.