Lowell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lowell has its roots in Old French, derived from the diminutive of Louis, signifying 'little wolf'. It evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the 19th century due to notable families and individuals. The name carries connotations of strength and intellect, with no biblical relevance.
The name Lowell is most popular in South Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Lowell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lowell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 209th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 173rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 339th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 581st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1107th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2684th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3045th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2859th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3670th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7217th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lowell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lowell"
Pronunciation
/ˈloʊ.əl/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Lowell is derived from the Old French name 'Louel', which is a diminutive form of 'Louis', meaning 'famous warrior'.
Meaning
Little wolf
Language Evolution
Louel, Lowel, Lowell
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, largely due to the influence of prominent figures such as the Lowell family in Massachusetts.
Variants & Derivatives
Lowel, Lou, Lowe
Modern Popularity & Image
Lowell is viewed as a traditional yet strong name, often associated with intellectual and artistic qualities, particularly due to its historical significance.
Famous People
James Russell Lowell, Lowell Thomas, Lowell Hawthorne
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lowell"
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 "Lowell"
"Lowell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 209th of 7545 | 10,073 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 173rd of 6773 | 15,866 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 339th of 7552 | 9,447 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 581st of 10718 | 3,061 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1107th of 16616 | 1,391 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2684th of 24088 | 643 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3045th of 23106 | 467 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2859th of 9107 | 178 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3670th of 9204 | 113 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7217th of 12526 | 46 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Lowell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
8.69% 123rd/1416 |
32.92% 454th/1379 |
12.72% 301st/2366 |
14.62% 167th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
7.44% 115th/1546 |
17.29% 269th/1556 |
9.35% 220th/2353 |
12.41% 192nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
10.60% 236th/2227 |
18.60% 452nd/2430 |
12.83% 366th/2853 |
13.41% 372nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
16.65% 489th/2937 |
19.81% 690th/3483 |
16.54% 582nd/3518 |
17.28% 699th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.77% 1134th/3685 |
29.97% 1341st/4475 |
26.78% 1391st/5194 |
21.72% 1372nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
48.13% 3520th/7313 |
39.96% 2982nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lowell" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lowell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lowell" 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.