Galen vs Bowden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Galen

Boy #2,747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"calm, tranquil"

Origin: Greek

English American Greek

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Boy #2,595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"place at the bow-shaped hill"

Origin: Old English

English Scottish American

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Galen Rank #2,747

Bowden Rank #2,595

Bowden is more popular, ranked #2595 vs #2747 for Galen.

Is Galen or Bowden more popular?

Bowden is more popular, ranked #2595 compared to Galen at #2747 in the United States.

What do Galen and Bowden mean?

Galen means "calm, tranquil" (Greek origin). Bowden means "place at the bow-shaped hill" (Old English origin).

Are Galen and Bowden boy or girl names?

Galen is primarily a boy name. Bowden is primarily a boy name.