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Lowell
BoyMeaning of Lowell: French: 'little wolf'
Lowell is a boy's name most strongly associated with French naming. It has 6 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 3193rd most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3193
36 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
41,677
First recorded 1881 · peak 1931
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
99% boys · 1% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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