Cowan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cowan Name at a Glance

Name	Cowan
Meaning	Dwells by the hillside hollow.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cowan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cowan means “Dwells by the hillside hollow”. 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.

Cowan Name Origin

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

Is Cowan a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Cowan

When considering Cowan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.