Owen

Boy's name

Owen is a Welsh name derived from the Old Welsh name Owain, which possibly means "born of yew" or "young warrior."

Meaning Well-born
Origin Welsh
U.S. births in 2023 7,574
Peak year 2016

Appears In These Collections

Popular Irish Beautiful

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Owen Wilson - Actor known for comedic roles in movies.
  • Owen Hart - Professional wrestler in WWE.
  • Owen Benjamin - Comedian and actor.
  • Owen Teale - Actor in "Game of Thrones."
  • Owen Hargreaves - Former professional soccer player.
  • Owen McDonnell - Actor in "Killing Eve."
  • Owen Finegan - Former Australian rugby player.
  • Owen Horsley - Director and theater artist.

Brothers for Owen

Boy names closely related to Owen

Theodore Wesley Declan Henry Jack Connor Grant Finn

Sisters for Owen

Girl names closely related to Owen

Nora Josephine Eloise Vera Maisie Lucy Cora Rory

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Owen

Eugene Eugenia Gena Gene

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