Rhys vs Bowen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhys

Boy #354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enthusiasm, passion"

Origin: Old Welsh

Welsh British Australian

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Boy #322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Owen"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh Irish English American

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Rhys Rank #354

Bowen Rank #322

Bowen is more popular, ranked #322 vs #354 for Rhys.

Is Rhys or Bowen more popular?

Bowen is more popular, ranked #322 compared to Rhys at #354 in the United States.

What do Rhys and Bowen mean?

Rhys means "enthusiasm, passion" (Old Welsh origin). Bowen means "son of Owen" (Welsh origin).

Are Rhys and Bowen boy or girl names?

Rhys is primarily a boy name. Bowen is primarily a boy name.