Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Koben since 1998
Babies named Koben per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 69 |
| 2010s | 66 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Koben is a modern American name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1998. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, but it has seen a steady, if low, level of use. Its peak year came in 2019, and since 2022 it has been on an upward trajectory. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a variant of Coben or a blend of sounds from names like Kobe and Cohen. It is not associated with any specific cultural tradition or meaning. Parents choosing Koben today are opting for a rare, contemporary-sounding name without a long history or established variants.
Koben is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1998. It appears to be a variant or blend of names like Coben, Kobe, or Cohen, though no direct derivation is established. The name has seen gradual use, peaking in popularity in 2019, and is primarily given to boys.
Sibling names for Koben
Names that share Koben's style, for a brother or sister.
