Justin vs Owen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Justin

Boy #199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"just, righteous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#199
Total SSA Count
1,788
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jus

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Justin Rank #199
Owen Rank #26

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 vs #199 for Justin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Justin ___

  • Justin James
  • Justin Michael
  • Justin Alexander
  • Justin Lee
  • Justin Ryan
  • Justin Thomas

Owen ___

  • Owen James
  • Owen Thomas
  • Owen Patrick
  • Owen Lee
  • Owen Alexander
  • Owen Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Justin

Brandon Tyler Brittany Ashley Ryan

If you choose Owen

Liam Nora Declan Fiona Caleb

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Justin or Owen more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Justin at #199 in the United States.

What do Justin and Owen mean?

Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin). Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin).

Are Justin and Owen boy or girl names?

Justin is primarily a boy name. Owen is primarily a boy name.

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