Bowen vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bowen

Boy #322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Owen"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Bowen Rank #322

Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #322 for Bowen.

Is Bowen or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Bowen at #322 in the United States.

What do Bowen and Avery mean?

Bowen means "son of Owen" (Welsh origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Bowen and Avery boy or girl names?

Bowen is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.