Owen Name Meaning
Learn more about the origin, popularity, and meaning of the name Owen.Fact checked by Sarah ScottFact checked by Sarah ScottThe name Owen is of Welsh and Celtic origin. When derived from the Welsh naming, Owen is spelled Owain and pronounced Oh-wane or Oh-wine. The Irish form of the name is spelled Eoghan, pronounced O-wen or YO-wen.The name Owen dates back to the Renaissance era when it was primarily used as a Welsh surname. Owen also has religious roots, as St. Owen was a well-known Benedictine monk and follower of St. Chad.A Celtic staple, the name Owen gained momentum in Ireland in the early 1990s and has risen steadily since. Its charming nature makes this name easy for parents to love for a baby and as their child ages. Origin: The name Owen is of Irish and Welsh origin. Its meanings range from noble, youthful, and well-born.Gender: Owen is historically the masculine form of the name. Popular feminine variations include Eowyn and Owena.Pronunciation: OH-uhn
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How Popular Is the Name Owen?The name Owen has consistently risen in popularity since 2000. Owen was the 145th most common name in 2000. It first became a top 100 name in 2002. Then, the name entered the top 30 most popular baby boy names in 2016 and has stayed high on the list ever since.The name Owen was most popular in 2022 when it ranked No. 18 on the Social Security Administration's list of male names. In 2023, it ranked No. 19.Name VariationsThe name Owen and its variants have existed across the globe for centuries. Variations of this name include:Eugenius (Ancient Greek)Yauhen (Belarusian)Geno (Bulgarian, Georgian)Eugen (Croatian)Evžen (Czech)Eugène (French)Uxío (Galician)Eugen (German)Evgenios (Greek)Eugenio (Italian)Eugeniusz (Polish)Eugênio (Portuguese)Eugen (Romanian)Zhenya (Russian)Eugen (Slovak)Eugenio (Spanish)Yevheniy (Ukrainian)Similar NamesOwen is a popular name that follows many current trends. If you like the sound of the name Owen, you may also appreciate:AidenColinDeclanEthanHoldenMiloNoahNolanRonanRowanOther names starting with "O" include:OdinOliverOscarOtisOttoOzzyCommon Nicknames for OwenOwen is a short and sweet name many people choose not to abbreviate. Others go with the youthful nickname, Owie, which adds some flair to the traditional form of the name. Other nickname options to consider are Ennie, O, or Wen.Suggested Sibling NamesNeed a sibling name for Owen? Some of the most popular options include:AlexanderBenjaminConnorEmmettHenryLiamSilasAudreyCharlotteCoraHannahIslaNoraOliviaFamous People Named OwenPeople named Owen are commonly viewed as charismatic, athletic, and intelligent. Notable Owens include actors, writers, and scientists.Famous OwensOwen Daniels, former American football player for the Houston TexansOwen Roberts, Supreme Court Justice known for protecting First Amendment freedoms.Owen Willans Richardson, British physicist who won the Nobel Prize in 1928Owen Wilson, American actor, writer, producerOwen Wister, American writer best known for 1902 novel The VirginianFictional OwensOwen Grady, in Jurassic WorldOwen Hunt, in Grey's AnatomyOwen Meany, in A Prayer For Owen MeanyOwen Milligan, in DegrassiOwen Sleater, in Boardwalk Empire More Baby NamesStill searching for the perfect baby name? Check out these related baby name lists for even more options:Top 1,000 Baby Boy Names45 Gender-Neutral Baby Names100 Celtic Baby Names
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