Cobain Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkoh-BAYN / /koʊˈbeɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
from the hollow; descendant of Cobha
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cobain has English origins, often associated with a geographic feature, meaning 'from the hollow.' In Irish, it is derived from the Gaelic name Cobha, which means 'descendant of Cobha,' a personal name of uncertain meaning. The name has gained cultural significance through notable figures in music.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Cobain
- Cobayne
International Variants
- Kobain (Japanese)
Famous people named Cobain
Cobain (surname) — notable surname in music.
Fictional characters named Cobain
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cobain was first seen in the United States in 2004. Cobain has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Cobain has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cobain (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |