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Lowell Pronunciation

Lowell is pronounced LOH-əl /ˈloʊ.əl/High

Meaning: From the Norman surname Lovel — Old French lou, 'wolf', plus a diminutive — 'little wolf'Medium

In 30 seconds: A wolf cub in a cardigan: Lowell — Norman for 'little wolf' — dressed Boston Brahmins and beat poets alike. Bookish outside, lupine underneath.

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Origin HighFrench, English

MeaningFrom the Norman surname Lovel — Old French lou, 'wolf', plus a diminutive — 'little wolf'

U.S. rank (2024)#3735 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births30 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1931

Total births (all-time)≈ 41,293

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Lowell comes from the Norman surname Lovel — Old French lou, 'wolf', with a diminutive — 'little wolf'. Mill-town Massachusetts and three major American poets gave it letters and labor both.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, wolf-cub at the root, and literary.

Did you know? The Lowells of Boston produced poets Amy, James Russell, and Robert — a family so lofty it 'spoke only to Cabots'; their name still means 'wolf pup'.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Lowell — etymology

Variations

LovellLowel

Nicknames

LoWell

Famous Bearers

★Lowell Thomas (1892–1981)
American broadcaster who made Lawrence of Arabia famous.

If you like Lowell…

Lionel— a fellow 'young lion/animal' classic

Lawrence— the companion distinguished vintage pick

Russell— another 'little red/fox' surname cousin

Everett— a sister Brahmin-vintage favorite

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lowell?

Lowell is pronounced LOH-əl (/ˈloʊ.əl/). Press play above to hear Lowell said aloud.

How do you say Lowell?

Lowell is said LOH-əl (/ˈloʊ.əl/). Press play above to hear Lowell said aloud.

What does the name Lowell mean?

Lowell is from a Norman surname meaning 'little wolf'.

Is Lowell a boy or girl name?

Lowell is a boy's name.

How popular is Lowell?

Lowell is a rare vintage name in the U.S.