Carole Bowen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Carole Bowen — French
110K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Carole Bowen is a name that combines French origins. The first name Carole is a feminine given name of French origin. Carole is a feminine given name (see Carl for more information) and occasionally a surname. Given name Surname Lionel Carole (born 1991), French footballer Sébastien Carole (born 1982), French footballer All pages with titles beginning with Carole All pages with titles containing Carole Caroly (name) The surname Bowen: Bowen is a Celtic surname representing two separate Celtic ethnicities, the Welsh ab Owain meaning "son of Owen" (Owen meaning 'noble') and the Irish Ó Buadhacháin meaning "descendant of Bohan" (Bohan meaning 'victorious'). The Bowen lineage can be traced back to Llwyngwair in the 11th century, near Nevern in Pembrokeshire. The Bowen surname was adopted in 1424. There are seven Bowen crests and the Bowen/Owen family group share a tartan. The Bowen/Bowens surnames are more commonly found in southern Wales, while the Owen/Owens surnames are more commonly found in northern Wales. Carole is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 110K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Carole reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Carole

French

Carole is a feminine given name (see Carl for more information) and occasionally a surname. Given name Surname Lionel Carole (born 1991), French footballer Sébastien Carole (born 1982), French footballer All pages with titles beginning with Carole All pages with titles containing Carole Caroly (name)

Surname: Bowen

Celtic

Bowen is a Celtic surname representing two separate Celtic ethnicities, the Welsh ab Owain meaning "son of Owen" (Owen meaning 'noble') and the Irish Ó Buadhacháin meaning "descendant of Bohan" (Bohan meaning 'victorious'). The Bowen lineage can be traced back to Llwyngwair in the 11th century, near Nevern in Pembrokeshire. The Bowen surname was adopted in 1424. There are seven Bowen crests and the Bowen/Owen family group share a tartan. The Bowen/Bowens surnames are more commonly found in southern Wales, while the Owen/Owens surnames are more commonly found in northern Wales.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Carole is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Carole by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Carole Bowen

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Carole Bowen:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Carole?
The first name Carole originates from French. Carole is a feminine given name (see Carl for more information) and occasionally a surname. Given name Surname Lionel Carole (born 1991), French footballer Sébastien Carole (born 1982), French footballer All pages with titles beginning with Carole All pages with titles containing Carole Caroly (name)
When was Carole most popular?
The name Carole reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bowen?
The surname Bowen originates from Celtic. Bowen is a Celtic surname representing two separate Celtic ethnicities, the Welsh ab Owain meaning "son of Owen" (Owen meaning 'noble') and the Irish Ó Buadhacháin meaning "descendant of Bohan" (Bohan meaning 'victorious'). The Bowen lineage can be traced back to Llwyngwair in the 11th century, near Nevern in Pembrokeshire. The Bowen surname was adopted in 1424. There are seven Bowen crests and the Bowen/Owen family group share a tartan. The Bowen/Bowens surnames are more commonly found in southern Wales, while the Owen/Owens surnames are more commonly found in northern Wales.
What are the origins of the name Carole Bowen?
The name Carole Bowen combines two different traditions: the first name Carole has French roots, while the surname Bowen originates from Celtic.
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