Rowen
Rowen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Rowen
Root meaning: “rowan tree”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Middle English rown (“rowan tree”).
How popular is Rowen?
Since 1880, 2,647 girls and 8,169 boys in the U.S. have been named Rowen (24% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1247 in 2018. Its highest rank for boys was #445 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #488 for boys, with 772 babies given the name.
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Rowen FAQ
What does the name Rowen mean?
Rowen traces back to a root meaning "rowan tree". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Middle English rown (“rowan tree”).
What is the origin of the name Rowen?
Rowen is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Rowen?
Since 1880, 2,647 girls and 8,169 boys in the U.S. have been named Rowen (24% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1247 in 2018. Its highest rank for boys was #445 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #488 for boys, with 772 babies given the name.
Is Rowen a boy or girl name?
Rowen is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,647 girls and 8,169 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.