What Does the Name Lowell Mean
The name Lowell comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Lowell below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Lowell Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname which was derived from a Norman French nickname, from lou "wolf" and a diminutive suffix. The surname was borne by American poet and satirist James Russell Lowell (1819-1891).
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