Bowen vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bowen

Boy #322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Owen"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#322
Total SSA Count
1,074
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bo, Bow

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bowen Rank #322
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #322 for Bowen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bowen ___

  • Bowen James
  • Bowen Lee
  • Bowen Grey
  • Bowen Reid
  • Bowen Cole
  • Bowen Thomas

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bowen

Owen Rowan Finley Emrys Seren

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowen or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bowen at #322 in the United States.

What do Bowen and Charlotte mean?

Bowen means "son of Owen" (Welsh origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Bowen and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Bowen is primarily a boy name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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