Cowen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOW-en / /ˈkaʊ.ən/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'young warrior'; English: 'descendant of the warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Cowen is derived from the Gaelic name 'Caomhán', which means 'young warrior' and is associated with strength and bravery. In English contexts, it can be linked to the surname Cowan, which denotes a lineage of warriors or fighters.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Cowan
- Kowen
International Variants
- Caoimhín (Irish)
- Kowen (English)
Famous people named Cowen
Cowen — Irish politician.
Fictional characters named Cowen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cowen was first seen in the United States in 2004. Cowen has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Cowen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cowen (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 10 |