Bowen
Bowen is a boy name that ranked #321 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1913. Its best recorded rank was #321 in 2024.
Latest rank
#321
Peak rank
#321
Reached in 2024
Total recorded usage
8,322
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1913
What To Know About Bowen
Bowen sits comfortably in the current US rankings, suggesting durable rather than trend-driven appeal. Its Welsh heritage gives it a grounded quality that works across different naming styles.
Bowen is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Bowen appearing in official records as far back as 1913, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Bowen is currently at its best recorded US rank, which suggests it is at or near peak visibility right now.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: BOWEN
Origin: Welsh
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.