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Origin: French

Meaning: One who brings news; Messenger; Shelter

Bowdoin is a masculine name of Old French origin. Originally a surname, it is thought to come from the German element boto and means “one who brings news” or “messenger.” It is a variant of the name Boden and has another definition of “shelter,” helping to keep baby feeling safe and sound as they find their way in the world.