Where does “rowan” come from?
Rowan comes from Old Norse reynir, whose ultimate origin and meaning remain unknown.
rowan (English): "Sorbus aucuparia", the European rowan; Any of...
Definitions
- "Sorbus aucuparia", the European rowan; Any of...
Ancestry of “rowan”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English | rowen | A second crop of hay; aftermath; A stubble field... |