Bowden

“Bowl-shaped hill”

United Kingdom origin · originate from an Old English term meaning 'hill with a bowl-like

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2738US 2023

47Births / yr

↑Rising

404All-time births

📅 Since 197600

What does Bowden mean and where does it come from?

Bowden is of English origin, derived from a surname that comes from a place name in England. It is thought to originate from an Old English term meaning 'hill with a bowl-like shape.' The name Bowden peaked in popularity in the 19th century in both the UK and the US, often given to families who had

Cultural significance

Bowden has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in United Kingdom-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bowl-shaped hill.

Peak popularity

Reached #2769 in 2017 — currently #2738 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bowden?

Bowden works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bowden Grace

How popular is Bowden right now?

Rising fast — up 545 spots — currently #2738 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#2738 · Top 2.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2738	47	▲ up 545 · +31% births
2022	#3283	36	▼ down 206 · -8% births
2021	#3077	39	stable · +5% births
2020	#3077	37	▲ up 2296 · +118% births
2015	#5373	17	▲ up 211 · +6% births
2010	#5584	16	▲ up 120 · +14% births
2005	#5704	14	▲ up 5166 · +180% births
2000	#10870	5	▼ down 2612 · -17% births
1995	#8258	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bowden

Best Year2023Rank #2738

Peak Count47

Average Rank#5329

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Bowden

Bowden is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 404 total births recorded, Bowden remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8258 in 1995 to #2738 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Bowden in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Bowden by decade

Bowden peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1990s	6
2000s	111
2010s ★	245
2020s	37

💎Bowden has only 404 total recorded births since 1976 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Bowden?

Common

BowBoOwden

What names sound and feel like Bowden?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bowden also consider these

Bowen

United Kingdom · son of Owen

Boyden

England · Old English

Rowden

United Kingdom · From the row

Bodden

Norse · A Norse name

Borden

English · valley with a

United Kingdom · from the marshland

Common questions about the name Bowden

What does the name Bowden mean?

Bowden means "Bowl-shaped hill" — a name rooted in United Kingdom tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Bowden?

Bowden is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Bowden have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Bowden?

Bowden originates from United Kingdom tradition. United Kingdom names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Bowden trending right now?

Bowden is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Bowden a common or rare name?

Bowden is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.