Cornish girl name
Elowen Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Elowen means elm tree. From the Cornish word elow, meaning elm, with a feminine ending
Elowen is a Cornish girl's name that comes from the Cornish word for elm. It has been brought back into use in recent years as parents in Cornwall and beyond have turned to the Cornish language for names with a natural meaning. The soft sounds and the ending in -wen, a common feminine ending in Celtic names, make it a pretty and easy choice. It has risen strongly in popularity in Britain in recent years. Elowen pairs well with other Cornish names such as Tamsin and Morwenna.
Variants of Elowen
ElowynElowanElowenn
Elowen popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Elowen ranked #798 in the US (341 babies). It is too rare to appear in Irish rankings.
United States (girls)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elowen mean?
Elowen means "elm tree". From the Cornish word elow, meaning elm, with a feminine ending.
How do you pronounce Elowen?
Elowen is pronounced EL-oh-wen.
What is the origin of Elowen?
Elowen is of Cornish origin. From the Cornish word elow, meaning elm, with a feminine ending.