Owyn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ohwyn
Origin: Ireland
gender-male

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Updated on Jun 10, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: A variant of the name Owen or Eoghan in Irish

The name Owyn is of Welsh origin, derived from the name Owen or Eoghan in Irish. Owyn conveys notions of youth and warrior, with associations to nobility. Historically, the name reflects the importance of nobility and lineage in Welsh society. While Owyn has seen an increase in usage, it remains a relatively unique name and is not among the most popular choices for parents. Seeking a strong and meaningful name with deep cultural roots.

Owyn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Owyn is currently #7062 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Owyn is currently #3082 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Owyn is currently #3354 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Owyn is currently #1466 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Owyn is currently #3742 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Owyn is currently #1663 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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