Qwen is an unusual and distinctive given name of unknown origin, though some believe it may have been inspired by the surname 'Quinn' or the Welsh masculine name 'Cynwyl'. It was rare enough to be considered unique until recent years when it began to gain popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name Qwen does not have any specific meaning or association with particular cultural traditions, allowing those who choose this name for their child to attribute their own significance to it.
The name Qwen was given to exactly five baby girls in the year 2011, with no additional occurrences recorded before or after that year.