Rowana
Fact sheet
- Name
- Rowana
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The name Rowana is an English feminine form of Rowan and has its roots in the Irish Ruadhan (Ruadhán). Translated, this name means 'the little red-haired one'.
What does the name Rowana mean?
Rowana is the feminine variant of Rowan and derives from the Irish Ruadhan (Ruadhán). The name is interpreted as 'the little red-haired one'. Its roots can be found in the Old Irish rúad and the Celtic *roudos, both of which mean 'red' and 'red-haired'. Other variants include Rowanne, Roanna, and Roanne.
Where does the name Rowana come from?
The origin of the name Rowana is Old Irish and Celtic, meaning 'the little red-haired one'. The words come from the Old Irish Celtic rúad and *roudos, which mean 'red' or 'red-haired'. The languages in which the name appears are English and French.
How do you pronounce Rowana?
Ro-wah-na
Popularity
In Germany, Rowana is a rather rare name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. The best placement for the name was in 2018, when it reached 4,078th place. In the last ten years, Rowana has been used as a first name less than 10 times, placing it 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,958th. Worldwide, Rowana is also rare.
Frequently asked questions about the name Rowana
What does the name Rowana mean?
Rowana is the feminine form of Rowan and means 'the little red-haired one'. The name derives from the Old Irish word rúad, which means 'red' or 'red-haired'.
Where does the name Rowana come from?
The roots of the name Rowana lie in the Old Irish and Celtic regions. It is common in the languages of English and French.
How popular is the name Rowana?
Rowana is a rather rare name, but its special meaning and melodious sound could increase its popularity.