Rising since 2018, #1,621 for boys today.
Popularity of Koe since 2018
Babies named Koe per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 28 |
| 2020s | 537 |
Meaning & origin
Koe is a rare, modern masculine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2018. By 2025, it had risen to a rank of 1621, reflecting a growing but still niche appeal. Its peak year of usage so far is 2024. The name is most popular in Idaho, Iowa, and Kansas. While its exact origins are uncertain, it may be a variant of the surname Coe, or a purely invented name following the trend of short, simple, vowel-heavy names. Given its recent arrival, Koe has no historical or cultural baggage, making it a blank slate for parents seeking a distinctive but straightforward choice.
Koe is a modern given name, likely an invented or respelled form. It may have been influenced by surnames such as Coe (derived from the Old English 'cā' meaning 'jackdaw') or by the Dutch surname Koe. Its use as a first name is very recent, first appearing in U.S. records in 2018.
Where Koe is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Koe
Names that share Koe's style, for a brother or sister.
