Rowen Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: A more common form of the name Rowen is Rowan, spelled with an “a” instead of “e”.

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A Deep Dive

Rowen Overview

Meaning

Little redhead

Gender

Boy, Gender-neutral

Origin

Irish, Scottish

Etymology

Derived from the Irish name “Ruadhán,” meaning “little redhead.” The name also has Scottish origins, associated with the rowan tree from Old Norse origins.

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈroʊ.ən/

Popularity

Rowen is used internationally, with notable popularity in English-speaking countries and Europe. In the USA, it ranked #488 for boys in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

3 (Expressive, Social, Artistic)

Name Styles

Nature-inspired, Cute, Modern, Unique

Associated Traits

Communicative, creative, optimistic, popular

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Associated with Saint Rúadhán, a 6th-century Irish saint known for his prophecy​

Name Day

July 30th
A Deep Dive

Rowen Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Rowan, Roan, Rohan, Rowin, Rowyn, Rohen, Rowane, Rowenn, Rowann, Rowin

Common Nicknames

Row, Ro, Wen, Roe, Wyn, Win, Rowy, Roro

Diminutives

Rowy, Roro, Wenny, Rowie, Roey, Wynnie, Winnie

Famous People

  • Rowen Shepherd
    (Scottish Rugby Player)
  • Rowen Muscat
    (Maltese Footballer)
  • Rowen Wilson
    (Australian Politician)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Rowen Betts"
    ("The Order," TV Series)

Places

  • Rowen
    (Wales, UK)
  • Rowen
    (California, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Rowen?

Rowen means “little redhead,” capturing a vibrant and lively spirit.

What Is the Origin of The Name Rowen?

Rowen originates from Irish and Scottish roots. The name is derived from the Gaelic word “ruadh,” which means “red.”

Rowen Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Rowen in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#5392021#5272022#4882023
Top 3 Rankings#4882023#4922018#4952017

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Rowen

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023488
(+39 from 2022)
610
(+45 from 2022)
0.03331
2022527
(+12 from 2021)
565
(+19 from 2021)
0.03017
2021539
(+5 from 2020)
546
(+25 from 2020)
0.02914
2020544
(-9 from 2019)
521
(-9 from 2019)
0.02817
2019535
(-43 from 2018)
530
(-56 from 2018)
0.02758
2018492
(+3 from 2017)
586
(+2 from 2017)
0.03015
2017495
(+161 from 2016)
584
(+185 from 2016)
0.02951
2016656
(-8 from 2015)
399
(-3 from 2015)
0.01970
2015648
(+137 from 2014)
402
(+108 from 2014)
0.01966
2014785
(+188 from 2013)
294
(+89 from 2013)
0.01435
2013973
(-85 from 2012)
205
(-31 from 2012)
0.01015
2012888
(-40 from 2011)
236
(-16 from 2011)
0.01163
2011848
(+139 from 2010)
252
(+53 from 2010)
0.01241
2010987
(+147 from 2009)
199
(+37 from 2009)
0.00969
20091134
(+169 from 2008)
162
(+29 from 2008)
0.00764
20081303
(-179 from 2007)
133
(-27 from 2007)
0.00610
20071124
(+329 from 2006)
160
(+54 from 2006)
0.00722
20061453
(+258 from 2005)
106
(+28 from 2005)
0.00483
20051711
(+51 from 2004)
78
(+7 from 2004)
0.00367
20041762
(+587 from 2003)
71
(+26 from 2003)
0.00336
20032349
(+533 from 2002)
45
(+13 from 2002)
0.00214
20022882
(+49 from 2001)
32
(+1 from 2001)
0.00155
20012931
(+1135 from 2000)
31
(+12 from 2000)
0.00150
20004066
(+1590 from 1999)
19
(+8 from 1999)
0.00091
19995656
(-190 from 1998)
11
No change from 1998
0.00054
19985466
(+2644 from 1997)
11
(+5 from 1997)
0.00054
19978110
(-1614 from 1996)
6
(-2 from 1996)
0.00030
19966496
(+1294 from 1995)
8
(+2 from 1995)
0.00040
19957790
(+1007 from 1994)
6
(+1 from 1994)
0.00030
19948797
(-1159 from 1993)
5
(-1 from 1993)
0.00025
19937638
(+796 from 1992)
6
(+1 from 1992)
0.00029
19928434
(-319 from 1990)
5
No change from 1990
0.00024
19910
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19908115
(-4685 from 1944)
5
No change from 1944
0.00023
19890
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19880
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0
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0.0000
19870
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0
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0.0000
19860
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0
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0.0000
19850
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0
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0.0000
19840
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0
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0.0000
19830
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0
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0.0000
19820
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0
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0.0000
19810
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0
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0.0000
19800
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0
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0.0000
19790
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0
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0.0000
19780
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0.0000
19770
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0.0000
19760
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0.0000
19750
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0.0000
19740
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0.0000
19730
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0.0000
19720
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0.0000
19710
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0.0000
19700
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0
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0.0000
19690
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0.0000
19680
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0.0000
19670
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19660
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19650
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19640
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19630
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19620
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19610
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19600
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19590
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19580
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19550
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19530
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19520
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19510
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19500
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0.0000
19490
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0.0000
19470
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0
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0.0000
19460
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0
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0.0000
19450
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0
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0.0000
19443430
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00036
19430
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19420
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0
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0.0000
19410
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0.0000
19400
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0.0000
19390
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0.0000
19380
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19370
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19360
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19350
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0.0000
19340
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0.0000
19330
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0.0000
19320
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0.0000
19310
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0.0000
19300
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0
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0.0000
19290
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0
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0.0000
19280
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0
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0.0000
19270
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0
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0.0000
19260
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0
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0.0000
19250
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0
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0.0000
19240
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0.0000
19230
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0.0000
19220
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0.0000
19210
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0
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0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19190
No SSA data
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0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19170
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0
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0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19140
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0
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0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
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19100
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0.0000
19090
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0.0000
19080
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19070
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19060
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19050
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19040
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19030
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19020
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19010
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19000
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18990
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18980
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18890
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18880
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18810
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0.0000
18800
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0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Rowen

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#6052021#7252022#6412023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#6292021#5902022#6792023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4122021#3822022#2882023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3472021#3332022#3462023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#6062021#5512022#8432023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#4182021#3542022#6062023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#3682021#5612022#4602023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#4322021#3162022#3562023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#9262021#11992022#9502023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#7172021#5172022#5892023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#3842021#3832022#3022023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#5962021#5672022#4182023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#4942021#6792022#5882023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#5892021#6172022#4822023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#5682021#5392022#3462023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#4622021#4932022#4652023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#5522021#6352022#6422023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#4552021#3472022#3752023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5622021#4192022#4082023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4722021#5032022#4412023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#5812021#6062022#5302023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#4132021#4272022#5452023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#7122021#7062022#4252023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3412021#4642022#4162023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#4962021#5052022#3592023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#3452021#5582022#2962023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#6112021#4752022#3752023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#6212021#5232022#5492023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#6972021#4552022#4952023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4862021#4242022#2662023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#5062020#3432021#6642023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3982021#2752022#2472023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4772021#4722022#5502023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1992019#2472020#3762022

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#3952020#4002022#5162023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#8382018#6762022#7982023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2732018#2862022#2332023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2172020#2632021#2722022

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#4812014#4372017#4422019

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2542019#2662023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2872016#2622018

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#5612023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2772015

Popularity Rankings for Rowen in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4031997#5001999#4382002

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#5182021#5682022#4642023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Rowen a Name for Boys or Girls?

Rowen is equally fitting for boys and girls, but it tends to lean on the masculine side.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Rowen

Rowen in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Rowen Shepherd (Rugby Player, 1970): A former rugby union player from Scotland who played for the national team.
  • Rowen Fernández (Footballer, 1978): A retired South African footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
  • Rowen Muscat (Footballer, 1991): A professional footballer from Malta who plays as a midfielder.
  • Rowan D. Wilson (Judge, 1960): An American judge who has held the position of Chief Judge at the New York Court of Appeals since 2023.
  • Rowen Betts ("The Order," 2019 TV Series): A member of the Knights of Saint Christopher who battles supernatural forces.
  • Rowen (Wales, UK): A picturesque village located on the western slopes of the Conwy valley in the parish of Caerhun, known for its scenic beauty and historical significance.
  • Rowen (California, USA): A locality in Kern County, known for its small community atmosphere.

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