Boy nameCurrently #11,159 in the USFalling
Cobain
//ˈkoʊˌbeɪn//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20176 lettersStarts with C
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Cobain's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Cobain's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Cobain |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |
Cobain through the decades
- Cobain peaked in 2017, when 20 babies were named Cobain in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Cobain has risen 83% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Cobain currently ranks #11,159 in the US and is cooling off.