Olwen
Girl nameOlwen has been given to 27 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It peaked in 1917.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
27
Peak year
1917 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1913
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Olwen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Olwen.
Sibling name ideas for Olwen
Same era and popularity as Olwen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Olwen?
Olwen has been given to 27 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Olwen peak?
Olwen peaked in 1917, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Olwen a girl or boy name?
Olwen is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Olwen are girls).
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