About Bowlen
The surname Bowlen is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "boga" meaning "bow" and the suffix "-len" indicating "one who uses or makes." Therefore, the surname Bowlen is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who made or used bows, referring to a bowyer or an archer. Over time, the name may have evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary surname.
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The surname Bowlen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bowlen based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Bowlen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bowlen using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.