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Owain

Boys' name · /ˈoʊaɪn/

Meaning

Well-born, noble youth

Origin & History

From Latin 'Eugenius' via Old Welsh. Owain Glyndŵr led the last major Welsh revolt against English rule (1400-1415).

Popularity

Classic Welsh name, rich in historical associations.

Pronunciation

Owain

IPA: /ˈoʊaɪn/

English approximation: “Well-born, noble”

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