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Rowena

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Rowena is a girl's name of Old English origin meaning "Famous friend; renowned and cherished.". It is pronounced ro-WEE-nuh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 84/100) and fading.

Old English origin ยท /ro-WEE-nuh/ ยท literary

Meaning: Famous friend; renowned and cherished.

Popularity 84/1003 syllablesPeaked 1917โ†“ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1910s.

Today, Rowena is a popular, familiar name (popularity 84/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Rowena

What does Rowena mean?

Rowena means "Famous friend; renowned and cherished.". It is of Old English origin.

Is Rowena a boy or girl name?

Rowena is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Rowena?

Rowena is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 84/100. It was most popular in the 1910s.

How is Rowena pronounced?

Rowena is pronounced ro-WEE-nuh.

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