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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Elm tree
- Origin
- Cornish
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- EL-oh-wen
Elowen is a girl's name with Cornish roots and a meaning of "elm tree." It has a bohemian, nature-loving, wanderer feel, and is pronounced EL-oh-wen. If you've heard a different meaning attached to this name elsewhere, that's not accurate — "elm tree" is the one.
Meaning & Origin of Elowen
Meaning: Elm tree.
Origin: Cornish.
How to Pronounce Elowen
EL-oh-wenIPA /ˈɛloʊwɛn/
Popularity of Elowen
Elowen entered Social Security data in 2008 and has stayed rare through 2024, with its highest-ever rank of #898 (294 babies) reached in 2024 — meaning its peak and its latest count are the same year.
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FAQ
What does the name Elowen mean?
Elm tree.
How do you pronounce Elowen?
Elowen is pronounced EL-oh-wen (IPA: /ˈɛloʊwɛn/).
Is Elowen a popular name right now?
Elowen is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #898 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2008–2024.)
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