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Bowen

BOH-uhn

Bowen (name) means a Welsh surname and male given name, also the name of towns in Australia and the United States. Example: “Bowen is a common surname in Wales.”

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A Welsh surname and male given name, also the name of towns in Australia and the United States.
"Bowen is a common surname in Wales."
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Etymology

From Welsh ap Owain, meaning "son of Owen."

Origin: Welsh

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Bowen” mean?

The word “Bowen” means a Welsh surname and male given name, also the name of towns in Australia and the United States.

How do you pronounce “Bowen”?

“Bowen” is pronounced BOH-uhn (/ˈboʊ.ən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Bowen” in a sentence?

Here is “Bowen” used in a sentence: “Bowen is a common surname in Wales.”

What part of speech is “Bowen”?

“Bowen” is a name.

Where does the word “Bowen” come from?

The word “Bowen” comes from Welsh. From Welsh ap Owain, meaning "son of Owen.".

Is “Bowen” a common word?

“Bowen” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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