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Boy name

Owen

Owen is a boy’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “young warrior.” It currently ranks #19 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
Young warrior.
Origin
Welsh
US rank
#15
Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
O

Owen's popularity over time

→ Steady
#19 in 2023Peak rank #18US SSA · boys
#1#19#38201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Owen

What does the name Owen mean?

Owen means "Young warrior." and is of Welsh origin.

Is Owen a boy or girl name?

Owen is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Owen?

Owen ranked #19 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #18).

How many syllables are in Owen?

Owen has 2 syllables and 4 letters.

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