UnisexIrish

Rowan

Meaning: Rowan tree; little red one

About Rowan

Rowan is a unisex given name of Irish origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Rowan tree; little red one,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Ronan. Indicative pronunciation: ROH-an. Popular note: Unisex nature name. When considering Rowan, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Irish

Variants

Ronan

Pronunciation

ROH-an

Popularity note

Unisex nature name

FAQ — Rowan

What does the name Rowan mean?

Short meaning: Rowan tree; little red one. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Rowan?

Most associated origin: Irish.

Are there variants of Rowan?

Related forms: Ronan.