Adrian vs Owen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Owen

Boy #26 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young warrior"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26
Total SSA Count
7,574
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Adrian Rank #72
Owen Rank #26

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 vs #72 for Adrian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Owen more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Adrian at #72 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Owen mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin).

Are Adrian and Owen boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Owen is primarily a boy name.

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