Elowyn
Elowyn is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Elm tree.
Origin and history
Elowyn is a modern variant of the Cornish name Elowen, which means 'elm tree'. The name has seen a rapid rise in popularity in the United States since the 2010s. It appeals to parents seeking a modern nature name with a traditional Celtic feel.
Popularity in the United States
3,599 babies in the United States have been named Elowyn since 1880. It ranks #2941 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #598.
States where it is most popular
- CA (7.3 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
- OH (5 %)
- MI (4.7 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 5 |
| 2010-2019 | 697 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,897 |
Nicknames
Ellie, Wyn, Winnie
Fun facts
- Derived from the Cornish word 'elowen', which literally translates to 'elm tree'.
- The vast majority of total U.S. births registered with the spelling Elowyn have occurred since 2020.