Rowyn
Rowyn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Little red one or rowan tree.
Origin and history
Rowyn is a modern variant spelling of Rowan, originating from Gaelic and Norse roots referring to the rowan tree or meaning 'little red-haired one'. In the United States, it is a contemporary unisex choice growing in usage for boys in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
799 babies in the United States have been named Rowyn since 1880. It ranks #3877 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1531.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26 %)
- OH (25 %)
- TX (19.2 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
- CO (4.8 %)
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 | 66 |
| 2010-2019 | 336 |
| 2020-2029 | 397 |
Fun facts
- Rowyn is a modern spelling variant of the traditional Celtic name Rowan.
- The name connects to the rowan tree, which features bright red berries and has long played a role in European folklore.