Bowen
boy name#266 in 2025Bowen entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #266 in 2025, ranks #266 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1913–2025
#266
rank today
#266
peak (2025)
1,292
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3350 |
| 1920s | #3957 |
| 1930s | #3010 |
| 1940s | #2858 |
| 1950s | #3108 |
| 1960s | #3541 |
| 1970s | #3776 |
| 1980s | #2995 |
| 1990s | #1954 |
| 2000s | #1227 |
| 2010s | #594 |
| 2020s | #348 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bowen has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 13,000 people named Bowen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bowen is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bowen in 2025?
- Bowen ranks #266 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,292 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bowen most popular?
- Bowen peaked in 2025, reaching #266 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bowen with classmates?
- Bowen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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