Rowan is associated with the meaning “Little red one; rowan tree” — a beautiful sentiment to see brought to life in your child’s room.
Rowan comes from two distinct roots. The first is the Old Norse word "reynir," referring to the rowan tree, a mountain ash known for its bright red berries. The second is the Irish and Scottish Gaelic name "Ruadhán," meaning "little red one," derived from the Gaelic word "ruadh," which simply means red.