Owen
Owen is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Noble, well-born, or young warrior.
Origin and history
Owen is a traditional masculine name of Welsh origin, often linked to the name Owain. Historically popular in Wales, it has experienced a major surge in the United States since the late 20th century. It currently ranks among the top 20 most popular names for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
245,644 babies in the United States have been named Owen since 1880. It ranks #158 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #20.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.1 %)
- NY (6.1 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
- PA (5.5 %)
- TX (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 758 |
| 1890-1900 | 761 |
| 1900-1910 | 860 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,791 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,873 |
| 1930-1940 | 4,285 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,922 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,945 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,916 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,017 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,050 |
| 1990-2000 | 9,658 |
| 2000-2010 | 61,878 |
| 2010-2019 | 91,098 |
| 2020-2029 | 48,832 |
Famous people named Owen
- Owen Wilson: Actor, Screenwriter
- Owen Wright: Surfer, Athlete
Fun facts
- Owain is prominent in Welsh lore and Arthurian legend as one of King Arthur's knights.
- Owen entered the U.S. top 100 for male names in the early 2000s and has remained there ever since.