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Coen

Boy name · 119 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Coen: 119 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 14 births in 2016.

The name Coen has multiple origins, most commonly a Dutch short form of Coenraad (a variant of Conrad, meaning “bold counsel”), but it is also an anglicised version of the Irish Gaelic name Caoin, meaning “gentle” or “handsome.” In recent years, it has gained visibility through the acclaimed Coen brothers—Joel and Ethan—whose films such as *Fargo* and *No Country for Old Men* have left a lasting mark on cinema. The surname Coen is historically found in Ireland, particularly in County Galway, and the name also appears in Australia as a place name: Coen, a small town in Queensland. As a first name, Coen sits alongside the better-known Cohen, but with a softer feel and less direct religious connotation, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a short, modern-sounding name with deep roots.