Koe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Koe is a name of Japanese origin meaning 'voice' or 'sound'. It has evolved through various historical forms of the Japanese language. The name is associated with traits of creativity and expression, and it has no biblical relevance. Koe has gained popularity in modern times, especially in artistic contexts.
The name Koe is most popular in Oklahoma, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Koe has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Koe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3068th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Koe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Koe"
Pronunciation
/koʊ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Koe in Japanese can mean 'voice' or 'sound', derived from the kanji '声'. It is often associated with artistic expression and communication.
Meaning
voice, sound
Language Evolution
古代日本語 (Kodaijapango), 中世日本語 (Chūseijapango), 近代日本語 (Kindaijapango), 現代日本語 (Gendaijapango)
Historical Usage
The name Koe has gained popularity in Japan and among Japanese-speaking communities, especially in the 20th century due to its connection with arts and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Kou, Koya, Koei
Modern Popularity & Image
Koe is perceived positively and is often associated with creativity and expression, particularly in artistic fields.
Famous People
Koei Tecmo (video game company), Koei Saito (Japanese artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Koe"
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 "Koe"
"Koe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3068th of 23106 | 461 |
Regional Popularity of "Koe" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.80% 1705th/3984 |
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30.47% 2079th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Koe" 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 "Koe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Koe" 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.