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Name Origin

Owen is a Welsh given name meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'. It derives from the Welsh elements 'o' (meaning 'well' or 'noble') and 'gwyn' (meaning 'white' or 'fair').

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Famous People

Owen Wilson (1968-)

Actor

  • Known for his comedic roles in films like 'Wedding Crashers' and 'Zoolander'
  • Nominated for two Academy Awards

Owen Hargreaves (1981-)

Former Footballer

  • Won the UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich in 2001
  • Played for England national team

Owen Wister (1860-1938)

Author

  • Authored the Western novel 'The Virginian'
  • Considered a pioneer of the Western genre

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Clara

Both Owen and Clara have Welsh origins, sharing a similar classic and elegant style.

Maeve

Similar in sound and rhythm to Owen, Maeve has Irish roots and shares the same timeless appeal.

Rhys

Another strong Welsh name, Rhys complements Owen with its masculine energy and similar stylistic elements.