Helen Kohn

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Helen Kohn — torch, bright
1.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Helen Kohn is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Helen is a feminine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Helene (Ἑλένη), possibly related to helios (sun). Helen of Troy was the legendary cause of the Trojan War. The surname Kohn: Aaron M. Kohn, crime investigator and FBI agent Alfie Kohn (born 1957), American lecturer and author Arnold Kohn (1905–1984), Croatian Zionist and longtime president of the Jewish community Osijek Avrohom Yitzchok Kohn (1914–1996), Hasidic rabbi Bernard Kohn (born 1931), French-American architect Charlotte Kohn (born 1948), Austrian journalist Dan Kohn-Sherbock, American-British Jewish theologian David Kohn (1838–1915), Russian archaeologist Donald Kohn (1942), American economist, former Federal Reserve Vice Chair Eugene Kohn (1887–1977), American rabbi Fritz Kortner (born as Fritz Nathan Kohn. Helen is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.0 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Helen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Helen

Meaning: torch, bright

Greek

From the Greek Helene (Ἑλένη), possibly related to helios (sun). Helen of Troy was the legendary cause of the Trojan War.

Surname: Kohn

French

Aaron M. Kohn, crime investigator and FBI agent Alfie Kohn (born 1957), American lecturer and author Arnold Kohn (1905–1984), Croatian Zionist and longtime president of the Jewish community Osijek Avrohom Yitzchok Kohn (1914–1996), Hasidic rabbi Bernard Kohn (born 1931), French-American architect Charlotte Kohn (born 1948), Austrian journalist Dan Kohn-Sherbock, American-British Jewish theologian David Kohn (1838–1915), Russian archaeologist Donald Kohn (1942), American economist, former Federal Reserve Vice Chair Eugene Kohn (1887–1977), American rabbi Fritz Kortner (born as Fritz Nathan Kohn.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Helen is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Helen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Helen has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Elena
  • Ellen
  • Eleanor
  • Helena
  • Eleni
  • Elaine

Notable People Named Helen Kohn

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Helen Kohn:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Helen?
The first name Helen originates from Greek. From the Greek Helene (Ἑλένη), possibly related to helios (sun). Helen of Troy was the legendary cause of the Trojan War.
When was Helen most popular?
The name Helen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kohn?
The surname Kohn originates from French. Aaron M. Kohn, crime investigator and FBI agent Alfie Kohn (born 1957), American lecturer and author Arnold Kohn (1905–1984), Croatian Zionist and longtime president of the Jewish community Osijek Avrohom Yitzchok Kohn (1914–1996), Hasidic rabbi Bernard Kohn (born 1931), French-American architect Charlotte Kohn (born 1948), Austrian journalist Dan Kohn-Sherbock, American-British Jewish theologian David Kohn (1838–1915), Russian archaeologist Donald Kohn (1942), American economist, former Federal Reserve Vice Chair Eugene Kohn (1887–1977), American rabbi Fritz Kortner (born as Fritz Nathan Kohn.
What are the origins of the name Helen Kohn?
The name Helen Kohn combines two different traditions: the first name Helen has Greek roots, while the surname Kohn originates from French.
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