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Elowen

Updated: by Stephanie Graham

Elowen is a modern baby girl’s name that means “elm tree.” Although Elowen has a vintage sound, it is a modern name from Cornwall. For fans of the works of J. R. R. Tolkien, Elowen has a bonus meaning in Elvish, “star lady.”

Meaning and Origin of the name Elowen:

Elowen is a very sweet girl's name of Cornish origin that means “elm tree.”

Elowen is name that originated in Cornwall, England. The Cornish has is a Celtic language that is similar to Gaelic. Elown is considered to also have Welsh roots combining “el” (meaning “bright” or “brilliant”) and “oen” (meaning “fawn”).

Symbolism of the name Elowen:

Elowen means “elm tree.” The elm tree is a stately tree that symbolizes new beginnings and, for this reason, they are often planted on college campuses. Elm trees also symbolize intuition and inner strength.

Nicknames for the name Elowen:

You may be looking for the perfect nickname for your baby girl named Elowen, or you're wondering what nicknames there are for Elowen. We have compiled a wonderful list of nicknames for you. You are sure to find a great nickname to use.

Style of the name Elowen:

Modern

Gender of the name Elowen:

Elowen is a girl's name.

Pronunciation of the name Elowen:

eh-LOW-en, EL-oh-wen

Number of syllables in the name Elowen:

Three

Emotion evoked from the name Elowen:

Elowen evokes feelings of compassion and joy.

Alternative spellings for the name Elowen:

Popularity of the name Elowen:

According to the Social Security Administration, Elowen is an uncommon baby girl’s name. Elowen has never appeared in the top 1000 baby names list.

Great middle names for the name Elowen and their meanings:

  • Winter (the season)
  • Maeve (she who intoxicates)
  • Lucy (light)
  • Jane (God is gracious)
  • Althea (with healing power)
  • Abigail (my father is joyful)
  • Cassandra (shining or excelling man)
  • Meredith (great ruler)
  • Honora (woman of honor)
  • Nessa (headlands, promontory)
  • Meliora (better, honey)
  • Penrose (top of the heath)
  • Ysella (modest)
  • Kerensa (love)
  • Demelza (fort on the hill)

Famous people with the name Elowen:

  • Elowen Stanton (American child actress)
  • Elowen Harris (American actress)
  • Elowennovel, “Baltimore, or The Steadfast Tin Soldier and the Vampire” by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden)
  • Elowen (literature, “Elowen and the Bramble Bush”)
  • Lake Elowin (place in California)
  • Elowen (literature, Lord of the Rings series by J.R.R. Tolkien)

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