Owain
Meaning of Owain
Originating from Wales, the name Owain is a strong and timeless choice for a baby boy. It derives from the Welsh language and means "young warrior" or "noble." The pronunciation of Owain is OH-wyn (/ɔˈwaɪn/) in Welsh. This name has variations such as Owen, which makes it versatile and appealing to parents looking for options. While not extremely popular in recent years, Owain has maintained a consistent presence in the United States. In 2020, there were 5 occurrences of the name, ranking at 11,995th place. Although its popularity may vary, Owain brings with it a sense of heritage and strength that can make it a standout choice for any little boy.
Pronunciation
Welsh
- Pronunced as OH-wyn (/ɔˈwaɪn/)
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Notable People Named Owain
| Owain ap Gruffydd, also known as Owain Glyndŵr or Glyn Dŵr, was a Welsh leader and military commander who led a revolt against English rule in Wales during the Late Middle Ages. |
| Owain Gwynedd - Owain ap Gruffudd, also known as Owain the Great, was a successful King of Gwynedd, North Wales, and the first to be styled "Prince of Wales". |
| Owain Wyn Evans is a well-known Welsh broadcaster, drummer, and BBC Radio 2 DJ who has also appeared as a weather presenter on various BBC programs. |
| Owain Daniel Doull is a Welsh cyclist known for winning a gold medal in team pursuit at the 2016 Olympics and currently rides for UCI WorldTeam EF Education–EasyPost. |
| Owain Williams is the leader of Llais Gwynedd, a regionalist political party in Gwynedd, north Wales, and a former councillor for Gwynedd Council. |
| Owain Arwel Hughes CBE is a renowned Welsh orchestral conductor. |
| Owain Dando is a Welsh international lawn bowler who has won a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. |
