Koen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOHN / /koʊn/Dutch; Hebrew
Meaning
Dutch: brave; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
In Dutch culture, Koen is derived from the word 'koen', meaning brave or bold, often used as a short form of Koenraad. In Hebrew tradition, the name reflects a spiritual significance, emphasizing grace and favor from God.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Koenraad
- Koon
International Variants
- Coen (Dutch)
- Noé (French)
Famous people named Koen
Koen Verweij — Dutch speed skater.
Koen de Kort — Dutch cyclist.
Fictional characters named Koen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Koen was first seen in the United States in 1996. Koen has ranked as high as #923 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Washington, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Koen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Koen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 35 | |
| OH | 28 | |
| CA | 24 | |
| FL | 19 | |
| WA | 15 | |
| OK | 15 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| MN | 13 | |
| TN | 13 | |
| IA | 12 | |
| PA | 12 | |
| AL | 11 | |
| IN | 11 | |
| LA | 10 | |
| GA | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 62 |
| 2003 | 69 |
| 2004 | 144 |
| 2005 | 154 |
| 2006 | 233 |
| 2007 | 160 |
| 2008 | 242 |
| 2009 | 216 |
| 2010 | 213 |
| 2011 | 166 |
| 2012 | 174 |
| 2013 | 179 |
| 2014 | 215 |
| 2015 | 201 |
| 2016 | 181 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 161 |
| 2019 | 148 |
| 2020 | 162 |
| 2021 | 218 |
| 2022 | 310 |
| 2023 | 468 |
| 2024 | 399 |