Bowen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBOH-en / /ˈboʊ.ən/Welsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: son of Owen; English: dweller by the river
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bowen has Welsh origins, derived from the surname meaning 'son of Owen'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a connection to familial lineage and heritage, particularly in Welsh culture.
Trend Summary
Bowen has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
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Famous people named Bowen
Bowen Yang is a comedian and actor known for his work on 'Saturday Night Live'.
Bowen McCauley is a notable American ballet dancer and choreographer.
Fictional characters named Bowen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bowen was first seen in the United States in 1913. Bowen has ranked as high as #548 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Ohio, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Bowen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bowen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 123 | |
| CA | 57 | |
| PA | 48 | |
| NC | 47 | |
| GA | 45 | |
| IA | 43 | |
| OH | 42 | |
| MO | 40 | |
| FL | 36 | |
| SC | 34 | |
| NY | 29 | |
| MI | 29 | |
| IL | 27 | |
| UT | 26 | |
| IN | 26 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 58 |
| 1997 | 92 |
| 1998 | 101 |
| 1999 | 102 |
| 2000 | 116 |
| 2001 | 105 |
| 2002 | 100 |
| 2003 | 129 |
| 2004 | 120 |
| 2005 | 144 |
| 2006 | 138 |
| 2007 | 174 |
| 2008 | 129 |
| 2009 | 128 |
| 2010 | 165 |
| 2011 | 315 |
| 2012 | 390 |
| 2013 | 430 |
| 2014 | 492 |
| 2015 | 557 |
| 2016 | 638 |
| 2017 | 660 |
| 2018 | 709 |
| 2019 | 709 |
| 2020 | 778 |
| 2021 | 889 |
| 2022 | 819 |
| 2023 | 940 |
| 2024 | 1,074 |