Bowan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBOH-wan / /ˈboʊ.ən/Scottish; Irish
Meaning
small; son of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
In Scottish, Bowan is derived from 'Bòthain', meaning 'small'. In Irish, it can be linked to 'Bóthar', meaning 'son of the warrior', reflecting a strong cultural heritage associated with valor and strength.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bowen
- Bowan
International Variants
- Bóthar (Irish)
Famous people named Bowan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bowan was first seen in the United States in 2002. Bowan has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bowan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bowan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 15 |