Owen

Meaning of Owen

Owen likely means "well-born" or "noble."

Owen has Welsh roots — browse every Welsh baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Owen

Owen has held fairly steady, sitting around #31 in 2025 after peaking at #18 in 2022.

Notable people named Owen

• Owen Wilson
  Actor, comedian, writer
• Owen Farrell
  English rugby player
• Owen Teague
  American actor
• Owen Gleiberman
  Film critic
• Owen Pallett
  Canadian musician

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Questions about the name Owen

What does the name Owen mean?

Owen means owen likely means "well-born" or "noble.", and it comes from Welsh origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Owen?

In 2025, Owen ranked #31 for boys, down from #26 the year before.

When was Owen most popular?

Owen peaked at #18 in 2022.