Summary

The surname Cohn has a German origin and is derived from the occupational name 'Kohn', meaning 'merchant' or 'trader'. It historically gained prominence in the Jewish community, particularly in Central Europe. The name has variations in spelling and pronunciation across different regions.
There are
9426
Cohns in the USA
Cohn is the
3758th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Cohn

ArthurKohn

Renowned physicist and Nobel laureate, known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.

RuthCohn

Psychologist and founder of the Theme-Centered Interaction approach in group therapy.

HeleneMayer-Cohn

German Olympic fencer, won a silver medal in the 1928 Summer Olympics and represented Germany in the 1936 Olympics held in Nazi Germany.

FerdinandJulius

German botanist and founder of modern bacteriology; known for his studies on algae, fungi, and bacteria.

HarryCohn

American film producer and co-founder of Columbia Pictures, known for his role in the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Cohn Genealogy

OriginsGermanic
Geographic DistributionGlobal
VariationsCohen, Kohn
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Cohn surname occurred worldwide over history due to various factors such as persecution, economic opportunities, and political instability. Notable migrations happened during the Jewish diaspora, European colonization, and the Holocaust.