Owens is an English surname of Welsh origin, derived from the Old Welsh personal name Owain. It means "youth" or "young warrior". The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and was brought to England by Welsh settlers. Today, Owens is predominantly found in Wales, England, and among people of Welsh descent living elsewhere.
Over the span of a century and a half (from 1890 to 2023), the name Owens has seen its popularity fluctuate greatly, with 6 births recorded as early as 1890 and as recent as last year. The name reached its peak in terms of newborns in 1927 and 2022, both years seeing 23 births each. Conversely, there were periods when the name's popularity dipped significantly; for instance, between 1964 and 1974, Owens was given to only five children across six years. Overall, a total of 724 babies named Owens were born during this timeframe.