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Owen

Owen is a boy name of Welsh origin, meaning Well born, noble.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginWelsh
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#22

What does Owen mean?

Well born, noble

How popular is Owen?

Popularity in the United States

Owen has been given to 205,869 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 191 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Owen per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Owen has been given to 13,619 babies in France since 1973, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Owen per year in France, 1973–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 535 people called Owen living in Spain, with an average age of 12.2.

205,869 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Owen

What does the name Owen mean?

Owen means Well born, noble. It is of Welsh origin.

Is Owen a boy's or a girl's name?

Owen is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Owen?

Owen has been given to 205,869 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.