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Owen
Owen is a masculine name of Welsh origin, meaning "noble-born" and "young warrior." It is the Anglicized version of the Welsh name Owain—a form of Eugene which comes from the Greek word eugenēs, meaning "well-born." Owen is also thought to have Celtic roots, with the Gaelic spelling of Eoghan meaning "born of yew" or "youth." A name like Owen will be sure to encourage baby to cherish their childhood and embrace their youth throughout life.
Welsh
Male
Name Story
Traits
- Brave
- Noble
- Strong
- Youthful
Compatibility
Owen is a versatile name that pairs well with a variety of sibling names, from traditional to modern. As a middle name, it adds a touch of strength and elegance to the full name. It is a classic Welsh name that can complement both traditional and contemporary naming styles.
Brave
Noble
Strong
Youthful
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Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Owen Wilson
Actor
Born: November 18, 1968 · Dallas, Texas, USA
Similar Names
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Watchful, vigilant
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Firm, Strong
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Of Xavier, the new house
Djuma
Roaring lion
Nana
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Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Owen Original form
- Eoghan Irish
- Owain Welsh
- Owain Cornish
- Owain Breton
- Japanese
- Chinese
- Hebrew
- Hindi
- Georgian
Cultural Adaptations
- オーウェン (Ōen) Japanese
- 欧文 (Ōuwén) Chinese
- אוון (Avan) Hebrew
- ओवेन (Oven) Hindi
- ოუენ (Owen) Georgian
Frequently Asked Questions about Owen
- What does Owen mean?
- Noble born, young warrior, born of yew, youth
- What is the origin of Owen?
- Owen has Welsh origins.
- Is Owen popular?
- Owen has been viewed 178 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Owen?
- Similar names include Greg, Nina, Ethan, Xavi, Djuma.
- How do you pronounce Owen?
- Owen is pronounced OH-wən.
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