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Ellowen

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Pronounced EL-oh-wen /ˈɛl.oʊ.wɛn/Medium

Meaning: A doubled-L spelling of the Cornish name Elowen, meaning 'elm tree'. Elowen was revived along with the Cornish language in the twentieth century and has become a well-loved nature name in Cornwall and beyond.Medium

In 30 seconds: A Cornish tree name: Ellowen means 'elm tree' (said 'EL-oh-wen'). Green, gentle, and rooted.
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Origin MediumCornish
MeaningA doubled-L spelling of the Cornish name Elowen, meaning 'elm tree'. Elowen was revived along with the Cornish language in the twentieth century and has become a well-loved nature name in Cornwall and beyond.
U.S. rank (2024)#13935 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 23

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320212024

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

Ellowen spells the Cornish Elowen, 'elm tree'. Cornish naming was rebuilt through the twentieth-century revival of the language, and Elowen emerged as one of its most beloved offerings — a nature name with real roots rather than an invented one. The extra L is a modern touch (said 'EL-oh-wen').

It is increasingly known in Cornwall and Britain but appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare here, Cornish, and leafy.

Did you know? Elowen is Cornish for 'elm tree' — one of a small group of Cornish nature names revived as the language itself was revived. Ellowen is the doubled-L spelling, keeping the same green meaning, which we note respectfully (said 'EL-oh-wen').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Ellowen — Cornish Elowen 'elm tree'; language revival

Variations

ElowenElowynEllowyn

Nicknames

EllieWenElla

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ellowen mean?

Ellowen spells the Cornish name Elowen, meaning 'elm tree'.

How do you pronounce Ellowen?

It's said EL-oh-wen /ˈɛl.oʊ.wɛn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Ellowen a boy or girl name?

Ellowen is used as a girl's name, as Elowen is in Cornwall.

How popular is Ellowen?

Ellowen is a rare spelling for girls in the U.S., though Elowen is better known in Britain.

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