How Many People Are Named Rowe?
Complete statistics for the name Rowe: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rowe is a very rare male name, with only 461 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 715,825 Americans. The name saw its peak popularity in 2023 with 64 births, showing it's a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 33All 617 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rowe Through the Generations
Rowe has seen a steady rise in popularity, particularly among younger generations. With 429 of the 461 living bearers being under 30 years old, it's clear that Rowe is favored by parents looking for a fresh, contemporary name. The average age of those named Rowe is 33, indicating that while the name is relatively new, it's already gaining traction across different age groups.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rowe's English surname used as a first name roots
📄 About the Name Rowe
How Many People Have the Name Rowe?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 67,831 people in the United States currently share the name Rowe. That works out to roughly 1 in every 4,886 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Rowe a Common or Rare Name?
Rowe is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Rowe Mean?
Rowe means "English occupational surname (one who rows)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rowe in SSA data, approximately 70% are male and 30% are female.
When Was Rowe Most Popular?
The name Rowe reached peak popularity in 2023, with 64 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Rowe?
Approximately 67,831 people named Rowe live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 67,831. That works out to roughly 1 in 4,886 Americans.
Is Rowe a rare name?
Rowe is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 4,886 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rowe mean?
Rowe means "English occupational surname (one who rows)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.
Is Rowe more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 70% of people named Rowe are male and 30% are female.
When was Rowe most popular?
Rowe peaked in 2023 with 64 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.