Owen
Owen first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2016, when 10,305 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 7,190.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Owen popular?
Steady Owen has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2016.
| 2020s | 48,832 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 91,098 | |
| 2000s | 61,878 | |
| 1990s | 9,658 | |
| 1980s | 4,050 | |
| 1970s | 3,017 | |
| 1960s | 2,916 | |
| 1950s | 3,945 | |
| 1940s | 3,922 | |
| 1930s | 4,285 | |
| 1920s | 5,873 | |
| 1910s | 3,791 | |
| 1900s | 860 | |
| 1890s | 761 | |
| 1880s | 758 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Owen mean?
Owen is a Welsh name, traditionally linked to “young warrior” or “well-born,” and connected to the Latin Eugene. It has been borne by Welsh princes and heroes.
Variants & spellings
- Owain
- Eoghan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Owen mean?
Owen means Young warrior, well-born. Owen is a Welsh name, traditionally linked to “young warrior” or “well-born,” and connected to the Latin Eugene. It has been borne by Welsh princes and heroes.
What is the origin of the name Owen?
Owen is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Owen?
Owen is pronounced “OH-en.”
Is Owen a boy or a girl name?
Owen is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Owen a popular name right now?
Owen has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2016.
How popular is the name Owen?
In 2025, Owen ranked #31 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Owen most popular?
Owen was most popular in 2016, when about 10,305 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Owen?
Names similar to Owen include Ethan, Evan, Liam, Rowan.
What names go well with Owen?
Welsh names that pair well with Owen include Megan, Dylan, Morgan, Evan, Lynn.