Priest or brave counselor
Khoen is a modern phonetic variant likely derived from the Hebrew word 'Kohen', meaning priest, or the Germanic name 'Koen', which means brave counselor. It is often chosen by parents seeking a unique spelling of the more traditional Cohen or Koen. Due to its modern construction, it bridges the gap between ancient religious titles and contemporary naming trends.
About 16 boys were named Khoen in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
