unisex · Irish

Rowena

/RO-we-na/

Meaning: Little red one, rowan tree

Rowena at a glance

Meaning: Little red one, rowan tree
Origin: Irish
Religion: Secular
Gender: unisex
Pronunciation: RO-we-na
Syllables: 3
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Rowan, Rowanah, Rowano, Rowen, Rowaani, Rowaanya

Lucky details for Rowena

Number: 8
Color: Deep Indigo
Stone: Blue Sapphire
Flower: Iris
Day: Saturday
Planet: Saturn
Zodiac: Capricorn
Metal: Iron

Rowena is a Irish name meaning “little red one, rowan tree”. It is a spelling variant of Rowan and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Rowena for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Rowena reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.

Numerology

Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.

Personality

Determined, disciplined, plays the long game

Positive Traits

Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal

Negative Traits

Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves

Career Suggestions

Finance, law, construction, administration, public service

Nicknames

Rowe Rowi Rowy Roy

Middle Names

Riley Reellei Ryverie

Sibling Names

Aoife Erinah Maeveniya Saaoyrse

Compatible Names

Quinn Quinnya Quynna Rylei Reellei Rowen

FAQs about the name Rowena

What does the name Rowena mean?

Rowena means “little red one, rowan tree” and comes from a Irish root.

Is Rowena a boy or girl name?

Rowena is most often used as a unisex name today.

How do you pronounce Rowena?

Rowena is pronounced RO-we-na (3 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Rowena?

The lucky number for Rowena is 8, ruled by Saturn.

What are good nicknames for Rowena?

Popular short forms include Rowe, Rowi, Rowy, Roy.