Rowan
/ROH-uhn/ Arabic Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Rowan is a Arabic name meaning "Little red one". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, BE, Bahrain, BR. The name is of uncertain origin but likely derived from either the Old Norse word "reynir" or the Old English word "runa," both referring to the rowan tree. It may also be linked to Gaelic roots.
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Unisex
Phonetic ROH-uhn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ROH-uhn. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Rowan
- · Rowan Blanchard - Actress
- · Rowan Atkinson - Comedian
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