Bowlin

Bowlin is a surname with Irish roots, deriving from the Gaelic name “O’Bolghain.” It was first recorded in County Cork, Ireland, and later spread to other parts of the country. The name means “descendant of Bolghán,” a personal name that translates to “ragged.” The Bowlin surname is relatively rare, with most individuals bearing it located in the United States. Notable people with the name include American baseball player Scott Bowlin and Irish poet James Bowlin.