Rising since 2016, #2,485 for girls today.
Popularity of Elowynn since 2016
Babies named Elowynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 190 |
Meaning & origin
Elowynn is a modern elaboration of the Cornish name Elowen, meaning 'elm tree.' First recorded in the United States in 2016, the name has seen a steady rise in use, reaching its peak rank of 2,485 in 2025. It remains quite rare, with approximately 1 in 22,638 newborn girls receiving the name in 2025. The name's trajectory has been consistently rising since its introduction, and it has seen the most usage in Indiana, Arizona, and Ohio. Elowynn's popularity aligns with the 2020s trend of nature-inspired names with a soft, lyrical sound. While the Cornish origin connects it to the natural world, the -nn spelling is a contemporary flourish that distinguishes it from the traditional Elowen.
Elowynn is a modern respelling of Elowen, a name revived from Cornish elowen, meaning 'elm tree.' The double-n ending follows a contemporary trend of adding or doubling letters for visual distinctiveness. Elowen itself gained popularity in the late 20th century, partly through literary use, and Elowynn represents a further stylistic variation. Although Cornish in origin, Elowynn is primarily used in English-speaking countries, especially the United States.
Where Elowynn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ella, Lo, Winnie, Ellie
Sibling names for Elowynn
Names that share Elowynn's style, for a brother or sister.
