Small hill or ancient
Koden is a rare name with multiple potential etymological paths. It is often considered a modern variation of the English surname Coden or a derivative of the Japanese name KΕden, which can mean 'ancient legend' or 'imperial decree' depending on the kanji used. In an English context, it is frequently chosen for its phonetic similarity to popular names like Caden and Colton.
Less common today
Koden isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,394 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
