Back to Baby Names

Kiyon vs Bowan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bowan

Boy #5,994 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Owen"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,994
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Kiyon Rank #6,116
Bowan Rank #5,994

Bowan is more popular, ranked #5994 vs #6116 for Kiyon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kiyon or Bowan more popular?

Bowan is more popular, ranked #5994 compared to Kiyon at #6116 in the United States.

What do Kiyon and Bowan mean?

Kiyon means "pure, clean, blessed" (Japanese origin). Bowan means "son of Owen" (Welsh origin).

Are Kiyon and Bowan boy or girl names?

Kiyon is primarily a boy name. Bowan is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons