Owen

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
As stated above, Owen means "youthful warrior." It signifies strength, courage, and vitality.
Pronunciation
O-in(English)
Owen is typically pronounced "OH-en" or "OW-en."
Popularity
Owen is a well-liked name in many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. In the US, it has been a top 1000 name for over a century, consistently ranking in the top 50-100 names in recent years.

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Owen Name meanings & History

Owen is of Welsh origin and derives from the Welsh name Owain, meaning "youthful warrior.". As stated above, Owen means "youthful warrior." It signifies strength, courage, and vitality. Anglicized form of Owain. Owen is a popular name for boys and is often given to newborns. It can be used as a first name, middle name, or last name, depending on the parents' preferences.

Zodiac Sign of Owen: Obstinate Cancer,Obsessive Scorpio

Synonyms of Owen:

O: Organized,Obstinate,Obsolete,Obsessive,Ostentatious

W: Willful,Wild,Wonderful,Wonderment,Wishful

E: Enlighten,Exaggerate,Entertain,Environment,Expressive,Enliven

N: Nutrition,Nagging,Nice,Neurosis,Nitpicking,Neat,Nervous

Owen is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

There are many famous people with the name Owen, including actor Owen Wilson, singer-songwriter Owen Pallett, and former NFL quarterback Owen Daniels.

2.) OWEN (Male)

Usage: Irish

Meanings: Anglicized form of Eoghan (well-born). (O-WEN)


3.) OWEN (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: Of uncertain derivation, some believe it to be from the Welsh oen (lamb). Others feel it is from the Gaelic eoghunn (youth), and yet another suggestion is that it is the Welsh form of the Latin Eugenius (well-born, noble). (O-WEN)


4.) Owen (Male)

Usage: Welsh

Meanings: (Welsh) well-born; high-principled

Other Forms: Owan, Owin, Owwen


5.) Owen (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: Young warrior, noble, well-born

Pronunciation: O-in(English)
OH-wen


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Description: Young warrior, noble, well-born. Anglicized form of Eoghan. The name Owen is mainly used for baby boys, but it can also be used for girls in some cultures. It is a classic and timeless name that is suitable for families looking for a traditional name with a modern feel.

Famous People

Some notable people with the name Owen include actor Owen Wilson, soccer player Owen Hargreaves, author Owen Sheers, and singer-songwriter Owen Pallett.

6.) Owen (Male)

Usage: Gaelic

Meanings: Well born

Other Forms: Owin


7.) Owen (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: (Irish) born to nobility; young warrior. (Welsh) a form of Evan. See also Uaine,Ywain.

Other Forms: Owain, Owaine, Owan, Owayn, Owayne, Owens, Owin, Owine, Owon, Owone, Owyn, Owyne


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