Rowen
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Little red one or rowan tree
Origin: Irish Gaelic/Old Norse
Popularity: Ranked #488 in 2025 with 617 babies born.
History: Rowen is a variant spelling of Rowan, derived from the Irish Gaelic 'Ruadhán,' a diminutive of 'ruadh' meaning red, or from the Old Norse 'reynir,' referring to the rowan tree with its bright red berries. The rowan was considered a sacred, protective tree in Celtic and Norse traditions. This spelling variant has become popular in the United States as a gender-neutral name.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Rowen? About 1 in 4,312 babies born in 2025 were named Rowen, or roughly 2.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Rowen
What does the name Rowen mean?
Rowen means “Little red one or rowan tree” from Irish Gaelic/Old Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Rowen?
Rowen has Irish Gaelic/Old Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Little red one or rowan tree”.
How popular is Rowen?
Rowen ranked #486 in 2025 — given to 617 babies that year.
When was Rowen most popular?
Rowen peaked in 2024 with 706 babies registered that year.
Is Rowen a boy or girl name?
Rowen is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 76% of Rowens are boys and 24% are girls.
Is the name Rowen rising or falling in popularity?
Rowen has risen 1012 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1498 in 2020 to #486 in 2025.
How long has Rowen been recorded?
Rowen appears in birth records across 36 years — from 1944 through 2025.