Owen vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Owen

Boy #26 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"young warrior"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Owen Rank #26

Alan Rank #167

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Owen or Alan more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Owen and Alan mean?

Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Owen and Alan boy or girl names?

Owen is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.