Owen
Meaning
The Yew Tree Or Youth
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/oʊ.ən/
Traits associated with the name Owen:
Dogs named Owen tend to be loving, good-natured, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Owen?
That you have a strong appreciation for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you are a loyal and loving person who values companionship.
Is Owen a good dog name?
Owen has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Owen isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Owen is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Owen was, in the past month, the 309th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Owen is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Owen was viewed 128 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Owen's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Owen is most adored in Oklahoma, Minnesota and Tennessee.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Delaware and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Owen.
Most popular breeds named Owen:
- Labrador Retriever
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Beagle
- German Shepherd
- Rottweiler
Owen is found in these categories:
playful
The name's human-like quality adds a humorous, unexpected twist to a canine identity.
old-fashioned
Harkens back to medieval times, popular among knights and noblemen!
greek
Derived from Greek name Eugenios, meaning well-born or noble.
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