Like the older Ardgowan Street, probably named after Ardgowan Castle and Ardgowan House in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Ardgowan Castle is a tower house built in the late 15th century. Ardgowan House is a late 18th century mansion. The estate has belonged to the Stewart family since the early 15th century.
"Submitted application, dated 3rd inst., from Mr. Henry McKibbin, that the name Ardgowan Drive be approved for a new street on his property off Euston Street. In view of the fact that the new street referred to is a continuation of Ardgowan Street, the Committee were of opinion that the new portion should also be named Ardgowan Street, and referred the matter to the City Surveyor to deal with". (9th December 1930).
A minute of the Housing Clearance and Redevelopment Committee of 17th April was tabled requesting this committee's approval of the name Hillsborough Gardens and Ardgowan Drive for new streets on their property at Hillsborough Drive and Ardgowan street On the recommendation of the assistant city surveyor, the committee approved thereof. (30th April 1963).