Rowan Name Origin
/ROH-ən/-
Irish (Celtic) 40%
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English (Anglo-Saxon) 35%
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Dutch (Germanic) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Rowan
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
Rowan is a given name of Gaelic origin, derived from the Irish name 'Ruadhán,' meaning 'little red one.' It is used primarily as a masculine name in Ireland and the UK, but also as a unisex name in English-speaking countries. The name is associated with the rowan tree, which has cultural significance in Celtic traditions.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Rowan each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).