Bowdoin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bowdoin Name at a Glance

Name	Bowdoin
Meaning	Variant of Boden: He who delivers the news.
Origin	French
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bowdoin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bowdoin means “Variant of Boden: He who delivers the news”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Bowdoin Name Origin

Our database records Bowdoin under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Bowdoin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Bowdoin is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Bowdoin

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