Owens
Owens is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Owen.
Origin and history
Owens is an English surname used as a given name, derived from the patronymic 'son of Owen'. The underlying name Owen has Celtic and Welsh roots associated with nobility or youth. It remains a rare given name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
745 babies in the United States have been named Owens since 1880. It ranks #3931 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1875.
States where it is most popular
- GA (50 %)
- SC (50 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 13 |
| 1900-1910 | 15 |
| 1910-1920 | 92 |
| 1920-1930 | 165 |
| 1930-1940 | 98 |
| 1940-1950 | 86 |
| 1950-1960 | 83 |
| 1960-1970 | 34 |
| 1970-1980 | 23 |
| 1980-1990 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 34 |
| 2010-2019 | 36 |
| 2020-2029 | 52 |
Fun facts
- Owens originated as a Welsh and English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Owen'.
- Its adoption as a given name aligns with the modern American naming trend of using family surnames as first names.