Rowen
ro-wen
US Popularity:864
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Red-haired; Row; Tree
Rowen is a gender-neutral name of Irish and Scottish origins, acting as a variant of Rowan. This name derives from the Irish Ruadhán, meaning “little redhead” and the English Rowe, meaning "row." A strong surname, Rowen is also as beloved in nature as it is in folklore. The Rowen tree was thought to protect against witchcraft and enchantment, and today grows as a deciduous tree that fruits red berries in the autumn. Celebrities have also grown fond of Rowan, with actor Brooke Shields giving the name to her daughter in 2003. A name that’s so vividly associated with red could be perfect for a little red-haired baby, or to pay tribute to your favorite color or fiery personality. Whatever your preference, Rowen is undoubtedly a red-hot choice.
Rowen Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Rowen is currently #757 on The Bump
Boy:Rowen is currently #556 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Rowen is currently #426 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Rowen is currently #864 in U.S. births
Boy:Rowen is currently #1072 in U.S. births
Girl:Rowen is currently #2667 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#2664
in 2022
- 251
from 2021
Sources
SurnameDB, Last name: Rowen
Library Ireland, Ó Ruaidhín
Ancestry, Rowen Family History
Ancestry, Rowan Family History
Ancestry, Rowe Family History
People, Brooke Shields' 2 Daughters: All About Rowan and Grier, January 2024
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg 84, 340
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