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Rowena
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About Rowena
This distinguished name carries an air of timeless sophistication that appeals to parents seeking something both classic and uncommon. Rowena possesses a literary quality, having graced the pages of notable works throughout history, yet remains refreshingly rare in modern times. The name flows beautifully with most surnames and offers versatile nickname possibilities. Parents who choose Rowena often appreciate names that sound established without being overdone, names that hint at strength and intelligence. It works equally well in professional settings and casual environments, giving a child flexibility as she grows. The melodic quality of the name, with its gentle consonants and open vowels, creates a pleasant sound that's easy to pronounce across multiple languages. Rowena stands as a choice for parents who value individuality while respecting tradition, offering their daughter a name that's memorable without being trendy or likely to date quickly.
Popularity of the Name Rowena
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #670 | |||
| 1881 | #807 | |||
| 1882 | #526 | |||
| 1883 | #558 | |||
| 1884 | #476 | |||
| 1885 | #483 | |||
| 1886 | #536 | |||
| 1887 | #432 | |||
| 1888 | #592 | |||
| 1889 | #638 | |||
| 1890 | #497 | |||
| 1891 | #455 | |||
| 1892 | #487 | |||
| 1893 | #429 | |||
| 1894 | #503 | |||
| 1895 | #451 | |||
| 1896 | #447 | |||
| 1897 | #507 | |||
| 1898 | #579 | |||
| 1899 | #478 | |||
| 1900 | #523 | |||
| 1901 | #507 | |||
| 1902 | #536 | |||
| 1903 | #651 | |||
| 1904 | #506 | |||
| 1905 | #695 | |||
| 1906 | #513 | |||
| 1907 | #579 | |||
| 1908 | #499 | |||
| 1909 | #528 | #166 | ||
| 1910 | #558 | |||
| 1911 | #547 | |||
| 1912 | #490 | |||
| 1913 | #459 | |||
| 1914 | #469 | |||
| 1915 | #459 | |||
| 1916 | #510 | |||
| 1917 | #429 | |||
| 1918 | #527 | |||
| 1919 | #471 | |||
| 1920 | #495 | |||
| 1921 | #477 | |||
| 1922 | #522 | |||
| 1923 | #510 | |||
| 1924 | #569 | |||
| 1925 | #551 | |||
| 1926 | #560 | |||
| 1927 | #543 | |||
| 1928 | #563 | |||
| 1929 | #509 | |||
| 1930 | #540 | |||
| 1931 | #522 | |||
| 1932 | #494 | |||
| 1933 | #540 | |||
| 1934 | #499 | |||
| 1935 | #590 | |||
| 1936 | #598 | |||
| 1937 | #581 | |||
| 1938 | #546 | |||
| 1939 | #570 | #220 | ||
| 1940 | #643 | |||
| 1941 | #649 | |||
| 1942 | #715 | |||
| 1943 | #684 | |||
| 1944 | #770 | |||
| 1945 | #801 | |||
| 1946 | #799 | |||
| 1947 | #827 | #287 | ||
| 1948 | #947 | #271 | ||
| 1949 | #946 | #206 | ||
| 1950 | #896 | #258 | ||
| 1951 | #838 | #192 | ||
| 1952 | #865 | #255 | ||
| 1953 | #738 | #224 | ||
| 1954 | #728 | #272 | ||
| 1955 | #836 | #235 | ||
| 1956 | #910 | #248 | ||
| 1957 | #875 | #166 | ||
| 1959 | #927 | #175 | ||
| 1961 | #962 | #203 | ||
| 1962 | #883 | #211 | ||
| 1963 | #963 | #216 | ||
| 1997 | #605 | |||
| 1998 | #895 | |||
| 1999 | #721 | |||
| 2000 | #978 | |||
| 1958 | #173 | |||
| 1960 | #188 | |||
| 1964 | #227 | |||
| 1965 | #258 | |||
| 1966 | #213 | |||
| 1967 | #283 | |||
| 1968 | #196 | #393 | ||
| 1969 | #301 | |||
| 1970 | #241 | #360 | ||
| 1971 | #193 | #409 | ||
| 1972 | #292 | #385 | ||
| 1973 | #214 | #291 | ||
| 1974 | #245 | #248 | ||
| 1975 | #301 | #296 | ||
| 1976 | #190 | #311 | ||
| 1977 | #247 | #327 | ||
| 1978 | #225 | #278 | ||
| 1979 | #208 | #416 | ||
| 1980 | #176 | #289 | ||
| 1981 | #247 | #324 | ||
| 1985 | #358 | #510 | ||
| 1989 | #399 | #401 | ||
| 1992 | #388 | |||
| 1982 | #368 | |||
| 1983 | #434 | |||
| 1984 | #386 | |||
| 1986 | #352 | |||
| 1987 | #382 | |||
| 1988 | #439 | |||
| 1990 | #596 | |||
| 1991 | #504 | |||
| 1995 | #410 | |||
| 1996 | #464 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Rowena
- Rowana
- Rowen
- Rowina
Names Similar to Rowena
Nicknames for Rowena
- Ro
- Wena
- Winnie
- Rowie
Famous People Named Rowena
| Rowena Cortes | Filipina politician |
| Rowena Morrill | American artist |
| Rowena Baird | Australian actress |
| Rowena Wallace | Australian actress |
| Rowena Meeks Abdy | American painter |
| Rowena Farre | British skier |
| Rowena Ama Ricketts | Jamaican lawyer |
| Rowena Finn | American politician |
| Rowena Bennett | Australian nurse |
| Rowena Row | American mathematician |
| Rowena Dring | British actress |
| Rowena Rodulfo | American journalist |
| Rowena Siorvanes | Finnish singer |
| Rowena King | British actress |
| Rowena Jackson | New Zealand ballet dancer |
| Rowena Kincaid | American author |
| Rowena Webster | Australian water polo player |
| Rowena Miller | American writer |
| Rowena Mariano | American psychologist |
| Rowena K. Beck | American nurse researcher |
Characters Named Rowena
| Rowena Ravenclaw | Harry Potter series |
| Rowena Grantham | Downton Abbey series |
| Rowena Morgan | Supernatural TV series |
| Rowena MacLeod | Supernatural TV series |
| Rowena Forster | Poldark series |
| Rowena King | The Forsyte Saga |
| Rowena Berry | Nancy Drew series |
| Rowena Vargas | Sons of Anarchy TV series |
| Rowena Despard | Outlander series |
| Rowena Fanshawe | Pillars of the Earth |
| Rowena Vancil | Fargo TV series |
| Rowena Langdon | Coronation Street |
| Rowena Burley | Waterloo Road TV series |
| Rowena Ferrars | Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen |
| Rowena Leslie | Neighbours TV series |
| Rowena Alessi | Casualty TV series |