Elowen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elowen is a Cornish name meaning 'elm tree', reflecting a deep connection to nature. Its roots can be traced back to early Cornish language, evolving through modern Cornish into popular usage in English. The name carries traits of beauty and tranquility, with no biblical relevance, and has gained popularity in recent decades as part of a broader interest in Celtic names.
The name Elowen is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elowen has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Elowen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22670th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1535th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elowen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elowen"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛloʊwən/
Origin
Cornish
Etymology
Elowen is derived from the Cornish word for 'elm tree'. The name reflects a connection to nature and the landscape of Cornwall.
Meaning
elm tree
Language Evolution
Cornish (early forms), Modern Cornish, English (adoption)
Historical Usage
Elowen gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly as interest in Celtic names and heritage increased.
Variants & Derivatives
Ellowen, Elwen
Modern Popularity & Image
Elowen is seen as a modern and nature-inspired name that evokes a sense of tranquility and connection to the natural world.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elowen"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elowen"
"Elowen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 22670th of 35406 | 28 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1535th of 30306 | 1,717 |
Regional Popularity of "Elowen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elowen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.67% 1222nd/3984 |
37.82% 1697th/4487 |
24.61% 1679th/6822 |
23.96% 1504th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elowen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elowen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.