US Popularity:601
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):Gaelic
Meaning:Son of Owen; Son of the noble one; Son of the young one; Son of the victorious one
If you want your little one to be in touch with their Welsh heritage, we might have a name you can consider. The Welsh boy's name Bowen means "son of Owen," which comes from the traditional name Owain. Thanks to its connection to Owen, Bowen can also translate to "son of the noble one," elevating baby's confidence from the start. It can also have links to the Gaelic name O'Buadhachain, meaning "son of the victorious one" and possibly "son of the young one." This name once belonged to the Welsh leader Owain Glyndŵr, who fought in the war of independence during the Middle Ages and was the first Welshman to hold the title of Prince of Wales. With this influential name, you and baby Bowen will be able to feel closer to your ancestry than ever and honor it.

Common Nicknames for Bowen

What’s not to like about the name Bowen? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Bowen

How Popular Is The Name Bowen?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Bowen is currently #1318 on The Bump
Boy:Bowen is currently #732 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Bowen is currently #601 in U.S. births
Boy:Bowen is currently #321 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#321
in 2024
+ 28
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data
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