Rowen first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Rowen has been for the last 35 years (from 1990 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Rowen

An English unisex name derived from the Old English words for "roughish" or "rowan tree".

Popularity of Rowen by gender

Based on the last 35 years of data, Rowen is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 75% of people named Rowen being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 706 male babies and 180 female babies born with the name Rowen.

Year	Male Count	Female Count
2024	706	180
2023	610	170
2022	565	159
2021	546	181
2020	520	143
2019	529	183
2018	586	187
2017	584	182
2016	399	177
2015	402	131
2014	294	104
2013	205	89
2012	236	98
2011	252	66
2010	199	61
2009	162	51
2008	133	68
2007	160	64
2006	106	32
2005	78	22
2004	71	32
2003	45	12
2002	32	14
2001	31	9
2000	19	8
1999	11	8
1998	11	19
1997	6	10
1996	8	5
1995	6	15
1994	5	5
1993	6	0
1992	5	0
1990	5	0

The history of the first name Rowen

The name Rowen is believed to have originated from the Welsh language, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is thought to be a variant of the name Rhon, which means "speckled" or "brown."

In ancient Welsh poetry and literature, the name Rowen was often associated with the natural world, particularly with trees and forests. This connection may have stemmed from the name's resemblance to the word "rowan," which refers to a species of tree known for its vibrant red berries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rowen can be found in the Welsh Triads, a collection of traditional stories and legends from the 13th century. In these tales, Rowen ap Gwalchmai is mentioned as a renowned warrior and member of King Arthur's court.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Rowen. In the late 16th century, Rowen Griffith was a prominent Welsh scholar and translator who played a significant role in preserving and promoting the Welsh language.

In the 18th century, Rowen Williams was a Welsh writer and poet known for his works celebrating the beauty of the Welsh countryside. He was born in 1719 and lived until 1788.

Moving into the 20th century, Rowen Sexton was an acclaimed Australian artist and painter, known for her vivid landscapes and portraits. She was born in 1901 and passed away in 1977.

Another notable figure with the name Rowen was Rowen Jacobsen, an American author and journalist who wrote extensively on food and agriculture. He was born in 1958 and has published several books on sustainable farming practices.

In more recent times, Rowen Blanchard is an American actress and activist who gained recognition for her role in the Disney Channel series "Girl Meets World." She was born in 2001 and has been lauded for her advocacy work on various social and environmental issues.

While the name Rowen may have originated from humble beginnings, it has grown to hold a rich cultural legacy, with a diverse range of individuals contributing to its historical significance across various fields.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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