Olwen
girl nameOlwen entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2552 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2552
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3385 |
| 2010s | #15682 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Olwen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Olwen alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Olwen in 2025?
- Olwen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Olwen most popular?
- Olwen peaked in 1917, reaching #2552 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Olwen with classmates?
- Olwen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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