Bowen

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Pronounced BOH-ən /ˈboʊ.ən/High

Meaning: From Welsh ap Owen, 'son of Owen' — Owen from 'young warrior' or 'well-born'; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Welsh and warm: Bowen means 'son of Owen' — 'young warrior, well-born'. A handsome surname-name, mostly for boys; here for girls.

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Origin MediumWelsh

MeaningFrom Welsh ap Owen, 'son of Owen' — Owen from 'young warrior' or 'well-born'; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#3993 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 326

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Bowen comes from Welsh ap Owen, 'son of Owen' — Owen from 'young warrior' or 'well-born, noble'. A handsome Welsh surname-name; mostly used for boys, it appears for girls, which this page covers.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, son-of-Owen at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Bowen comes from Welsh ap Owen, 'son of Owen' (Owen meaning 'young warrior' or 'well-born') — a strong surname-name, mostly given to boys but appearing for girls.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Bowen — root etymology

Variations

BowynBowynn

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Bowen mean?

Bowen is Welsh for 'son of Owen' — 'young warrior, well-born'.

How do you pronounce Bowen?

It's said BOH-ən /ˈboʊ.ən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Bowen a boy or girl name?

Bowen is used for both sexes (mostly boys); this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Bowen?

Bowen is rare for girls in the U.S.