Kohn

Meaning

Priest or a person of priestly descent.

Etymology

Derived from Hebrew 'Kohen' (כהן) meaning priest, adopted into Yiddish and German-Jewish naming conventions. The surname indicates descent from the Jewish priestly class.

About the Kohn Surname

A Jewish surname indicating descent from the Kohanim (priestly class). The name was particularly common among Ashkenazi Jewish communities.

Distribution

Widespread among Ashkenazi Jewish populations throughout Europe.

Notable Bearers

Abe Kohn (rabbi), Unknown

People with the Kohn Surname