What does Angharad mean?
Angharad means “much loved” in Welsh.
What does Olwen mean?
Olwen means “white footprint,” for flowers said to spring up where she walked.
Angharad vs Olwen
Which is more popular?
Angharad and Olwen are given to a similar number of US babies today.
| Angharad | Olwen | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Much loved | White footprint |
| Origin | Welsh | Welsh |
| Gender | Girl | Girl |
| Pronunciation | ang-HAH-rad | OL-wen |
| Syllables | 3 | 2 |
| First appeared | 1943 | 1913 |
| Peak year | 1943 (5) | 1917 (12) |
| In 2025 | 0 | 0 |
| Trend | Steady | Steady |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Angharad
Olwen
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Angharad | Olwen |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 1940s | 5 | 0 |
| 1910s | 0 | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Angharad or Olwen more popular?
Angharad and Olwen are given to a similar number of US babies today.
What is the difference between Angharad and Olwen?
Angharad means Much loved (Welsh origin), while Olwen means White footprint (Welsh origin).
Which name is older, Angharad or Olwen?
In US records, Angharad first appears in 1943 and Olwen in 1913, so Olwen has the longer recorded history.