Rowan
boy name#59 in 2025Rowan entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #59 in 2025, ranks #59 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1916–2025
#59
rank today
#59
peak (2025)
5,212
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3667 |
| 1920s | #3278 |
| 1930s | #2819 |
| 1940s | #2744 |
| 1950s | #3093 |
| 1960s | #3279 |
| 1970s | #3545 |
| 1980s | #2871 |
| 1990s | #1608 |
| 2000s | #561 |
| 2010s | #226 |
| 2020s | #87 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rowan has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 50,000 people named Rowan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rowan is a kid of about 6 — 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 Rowan in 2025?
- Rowan ranks #59 among US boy names in 2025, with 5,212 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rowan most popular?
- Rowan peaked in 2025, reaching #59 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rowan with classmates?
- Rowan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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